How Much Do Homeowners Pay in Property Taxes in Your County?

Illinois homeowners pay some of the highest real estate taxes in the nation, though the amount taxpayers see on their property tax bills varies greatly by county.

Using the most recent available data from the U.S. Census Bureau, we’ve created an interactive map with the median amount in property taxes paid by homeowners in each county.

The figures for each county represent the estimated, total amount in real estate taxes paid by both homeowners with and without a mortgage.

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