Average Tax Assessment in Douglas County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Douglas County, Illinois
Douglas County has a total of 7,239 properties with a cumulative value of $790.1M. This accounts for 0.11% of all real estate value in Illinois. Property taxes in Douglas County totaled $16.9M, with an average homeowner paying $2,349 in property taxes compared to the state average of $5,405. The average property tax rate in Douglas County is 2.14%, lower than the state average of 2.47%. Property taxes are calculated based on the assessed value of the property, which is typically lower than the 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 | |
|---|---|
| Douglas Recorder | (303) 660-7446 |
| Douglas Assessor | (417) 683-2829 |
| Douglas Assessor | (509) 745-8521 |
| Douglas Recorder of Deeds | (217) 253-2411 |
| 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 Douglas County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Douglas County
Douglas County has an average property tax rate of 2.14%, which is slightly lower than the national average of 2.18%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. Property taxes in Douglas County are collected by the county and distributed to the cities and other local governments.
The effective property tax rate in Douglas County varies across the cities, with Arcola having the highest rate at 2.27% and Newman having the lowest rate at 2.06%. This means that property owners in Arcola will pay more in taxes than those in Newman. Property taxes are an important source of revenue for local governments, and the variation in rates across the county helps to ensure that each city is able to generate the funds necessary to provide services to its citizens.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Douglas 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.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcola | $37,380 | $64,906 | $89,490 | $139,924 | $204,254 |
| Arthur | $57,939 | $82,271 | $119,150 | $182,564 | $271,902 |
| Atwood | $20,408 | $43,653 | $74,285 | $106,598 | $148,010 |
| Camargo | $30,943 | $65,370 | $102,014 | $148,937 | $236,419 |
| Newman | $18,030 | $38,036 | $60,033 | $92,180 | $135,629 |
| Tuscola | $49,843 | $74,752 | $108,726 | $156,873 | $220,430 |
| Villa Grove | $31,863 | $45,252 | $67,012 | $113,516 | $149,732 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Douglas County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcola | $633 | $1,233 | $2,053 | $3,296 | $4,782 |
| Arthur | $849 | $1,537 | $2,421 | $3,970 | $6,102 |
| Atwood | $292 | $733 | $1,564 | $2,388 | $3,357 |
| Camargo | $511 | $1,188 | $2,227 | $3,528 | $5,364 |
| Newman | $242 | $600 | $1,202 | $1,961 | $3,006 |
| Tuscola | $738 | $1,438 | $2,232 | $3,387 | $4,966 |
| Villa Grove | $454 | $849 | $1,396 | $2,510 | $3,444 |
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.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcola | 1.69% | 1.90% | 2.29% | 2.36% | 2.34% |
| Arthur | 1.47% | 1.87% | 2.03% | 2.17% | 2.24% |
| Atwood | 1.43% | 1.68% | 2.11% | 2.24% | 2.27% |
| Camargo | 1.65% | 1.82% | 2.18% | 2.37% | 2.27% |
| Newman | 1.34% | 1.58% | 2.00% | 2.13% | 2.22% |
| Tuscola | 1.48% | 1.92% | 2.05% | 2.16% | 2.25% |
| Villa Grove | 1.42% | 1.88% | 2.08% | 2.21% | 2.30% |
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Real Estate Values in Douglas County
The data from Redfin shows that the median home price in Douglas County has increased significantly from October 2022 to October 2023, with a 160.69% increase. This indicates that the housing market in Douglas County is becoming increasingly competitive, with fewer homes available for sale and higher prices. This trend is likely to continue in the future, as demand for housing in the area continues to rise.
Average Home Value in Douglas County, Illinois
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Douglas County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Douglas County
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Mortgage Rates in Douglas County
There are currently no outstanding loans in Douglas County for home mortgages. This means that the total outstanding loan amount across home mortgages in Douglas County is zero. The median mortgage rate in the county is unknown, as there are no outstanding loans. However, the median mortgage rate can vary significantly across counties. For example, the median mortgage rate in some counties may be higher than in others. This can be due to a variety of factors, such as the local economy, the availability of lenders, and the creditworthiness of borrowers.
The percentage of total home value that is mortgaged also varies across counties. In Douglas County, the percentage of total home value that is mortgaged is unknown, as there are no outstanding loans. In other counties, the percentage of total home value that is mortgaged can range from a few percent to over 50%. This percentage can be affected by the local economy, the availability of lenders, and the creditworthiness of borrowers.
Overall, the total outstanding loan amount across home mortgages in Douglas County is zero. The median mortgage rate in the county is unknown, and the percentage of total home value that is mortgaged is also unknown. However, the median mortgage rate and the percentage of total home value that is mortgaged can vary significantly across counties.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Douglas 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 Douglas County.
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Housing Expenses in Douglas County, Illinois
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