Average Tax Assessment in Alexander County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Alexander County, Illinois
Alexander County has a total of 448 properties with a cumulative value of $30.8M. This represents 0.004% of all real estate value in Illinois. The county collected $746.7K in property taxes from these properties, resulting in an average property tax rate of 2.42%, which is lower than the state average of 2.47%. The average Alexander County homeowner pays $1,667 in property taxes compared to the state average of $5,405. Property values for tax purposes are determined by the local assessor's office, which assesses the value of the property based on its market value.
In Illinois, property taxes are based on the value of the property as of January 1st. Property owners have the option to appeal their property taxes between June and December, or within 30 days of when the notices are published. Property tax bills are issued on February 1st and July 1st, with the first installment due on June 1st in Cook County. This first installment is estimated at 55% of the prior year's tax bill, with taxes paid in arrears.
Updated November 01, 2023
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Alexander Assessor | (828) 632-4346 |
| Alexander Assessor | (207) 454-1237 |
| Alexander Assessor | (618) 734-7011 |
| Alexander Register of Deeds | (828) 632-3152 |
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Property Valuation Date: | January 1st |
| Property Tax Appeal Deadline: | June - December or 30 days after notices are published |
| Property Tax Bills Issued: | February 1st and July 1st |
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (1st of #): | June, Two installments but due dates may vary by county March 1st, Cook County - 1st half installment, estimated at 55% of prior year tax bill with taxes paid in arrears. |
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (2nd of #): | September, Two installments but due dates may vary by county August 1, Cook County - 2nd half installment - TARGETED but may be delayed - due 30 days after being issued. Reconciled installment using the BOR certified AV, actual local tax rate, and final state equalization factor, less the estimated 1st installment with taxes paid in arrears |
| Available Exemptions | |
|---|---|
| Senior | Available |
| Disabled | Available |
| Homestead | Available |
| Veteran | Available |
| Solar/Wind | Available |
| Charitable | Available |
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Real Estate Statistics in Alexander County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Alexander County
Alexander County has an average property tax rate of 2.42%, which is slightly lower than the national average of 2.58%. This rate is applied to all properties in the county, regardless of location. However, the effective property tax rate can vary significantly from city to city. For example, some cities may have higher rates due to additional local taxes, while others may have lower rates due to exemptions or other incentives. As a result, the average property tax bill in Alexander County can range from as low as $1,000 to as high as $2,500, depending on the city.
Overall, Alexander County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state. This makes it an attractive option for those looking to purchase a home in the area. However, it is important to research the effective property tax rate in each city before making a purchase, as this can have a significant impact on the total cost of ownership.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Alexander County. The tax assessment value may differ from the potential sale value, and is used to calculate the property tax for each piece of real estate.
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Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Alexander County.
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Effective Property Tax Rate
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the property tax bill by the assessed value. For the percentiles below, the calculation is performed using the percentiles for property tax bill and assessed value above. Therefore, each consecutive percentile doesn't necessarily show a larger value.
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Real Estate Values in Alexander County
The home price trends in Alexander County, Illinois from October 2022 to October 2023 are not available as there is no data available for October 2023. However, the home inventory in Alexander County decreased from 11 in October 2022 to 8 in October 2023, indicating a decrease in the number of homes available for sale. This could indicate that the demand for homes in Alexander County is increasing, which could lead to an increase in home prices in the future.
Average Home Value in Alexander County, Illinois
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Alexander County
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in New Home Listings in Alexander County
Last updated: November 2023
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Mortgage Rates in Alexander County
There are currently no outstanding loans in Alexander County for home mortgages. This indicates that the county is not a popular destination for home buyers, or that the residents of Alexander County are not taking out loans to purchase homes. The median mortgage rate in the county is unknown, as there are no outstanding loans. However, it is likely that the rate varies across counties, as mortgage rates can vary significantly depending on the location.
The total outstanding loan amount across home mortgages in Alexander County is zero, which means that the percentage of total home value is also zero. This indicates that the county is not a popular destination for home buyers, or that the residents of Alexander County are not taking out loans to purchase homes. The variation in rates across counties is likely to be significant, as mortgage rates can vary significantly depending on the location.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Alexander County by city.
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Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Alexander County.
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Housing Expenses in Alexander County, Illinois
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