White County Property Taxes

White County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

50.1% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$116/mo escrow

#8 of 102 counties in Illinois

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.39%

vs. Illinois Avg50.1% below
vs. National Avg48.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$100,100

State avg $146,132

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,461

$122/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,338

$112/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#8

of 102 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in White County, Illinois

White County taxes well below national median

At 1.387%, White County's effective tax rate ranks in the bottom 25% nationally—homeowners here pay far less than the typical American household. The median property tax of $1,388 is half the national median of $2,690, reflecting both lower home values and a lighter tax burden.

Among Illinois' most affordable tax counties

White County ranks near the bottom of Illinois' 102 counties for effective tax rates, paying 1.387% versus the state average of 1.831%. This advantage means residents keep more of their income compared to most other Illinois communities.

White County undercuts region in taxes

White County's 1.387% rate beats neighboring Williamson County (1.710%) and Gallatin County peers significantly. Among southern Illinois counties, only a handful match this favorable tax position.

Typical White County homeowner pays $1,388 annually

On a median home valued at $100,100, the annual property tax bill runs $1,388—or about $116 per month. Even with mortgage escrow, the effective burden remains modest compared to state and national benchmarks.

You may be overassessed—consider an appeal

Many Illinois homeowners, including those in White County, pay taxes on overvalued assessments. Filing a formal tax appeal with your county assessor's office can lower your bill if your home's assessed value exceeds fair market value.

How White County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

White County$1,388
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

White County

1.39%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in White County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in White County, Illinois is 1.39%. 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 White County?
The median annual property tax payment in White County is $1,388. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,461, while those without a mortgage pay $1,338.
How does White County compare to the Illinois average?
White County's effective tax rate of 1.39% is lower than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in White County is $1,388, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in White County, Illinois?
The median home value in White County, Illinois is $100,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is White County a low property tax area in Illinois?
Yes — White County's effective property tax rate of 1.39% is below the Illinois average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax of $1,388 is also lower the state average of $2,782, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does White County rank for property taxes in Illinois?
White County ranks #8 out of 102 counties in Illinois by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.39% and median annual tax of $1,388, 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.