Stark County Property Taxes

Stark County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

38.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$142/mo escrow

#32 of 102 counties in Illinois

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.64%

vs. Illinois Avg38.9% below
vs. National Avg36.8% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$103,500

State avg $146,132

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,856

$155/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,466

$122/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#32

of 102 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Stark County, Illinois

Stark taxes modestly below national median

At 1.64%, Stark County's effective tax rate falls slightly below the national median of 2.05%, placing it in roughly the 40th percentile nationally. The median property tax of $1,700 is 37% below the national median of $2,690, reflecting both favorable local tax policy and lower home values.

Stark slightly below Illinois average

With a 1.64% effective rate, Stark County sits just below the Illinois state average of 1.83%, positioning it comfortably in the lower-to-middle tier statewide. The $1,700 median tax is well below the state median, offering relative affordability.

Stark reasonable within the region

At 1.64%, Stark's rate falls between Scott County's lowest 1.38% and Schuyler County's 1.83%, making it moderate within its peer group. The $1,700 median tax places it mid-range among comparable counties.

Expect roughly $1,700 annually

On the median home valued at $103,500, Stark County homeowners typically pay $1,700 per year in property taxes. With mortgage escrow included, the median rises to $1,856.

Assessment appeals easy to file

Even in moderate-tax counties, individual assessments can exceed market value, costing homeowners needlessly each year. A simple reassessment request could confirm whether your property valuation remains fair.

How Stark County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Stark County$1,700
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

Stark County

1.64%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Stark County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in Stark County, Illinois is 1.64%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Stark County?
The median annual property tax payment in Stark County is $1,700. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,856, while those without a mortgage pay $1,466.
How does Stark County compare to the Illinois average?
Stark County's effective tax rate of 1.64% is lower than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in Stark County is $1,700, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in Stark County, Illinois?
The median home value in Stark County, Illinois is $103,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Stark County a low property tax area in Illinois?
Yes — Stark County's effective property tax rate of 1.64% is below the Illinois average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax of $1,700 is also lower the state average of $2,782, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Stark County rank for property taxes in Illinois?
Stark County ranks #32 out of 102 counties in Illinois by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.64% and median annual tax of $1,700, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.