The median property tax (also known as real estate tax) in Champaign County is $2,905.00 per year, based on a median home value of $145,200.00 and a median effective property tax rate of 2.00% of property value.
Champaign County collects very high property taxes, and is among the top 25% of counties in the United States ranked by property tax collections. Of the one-hundred--two counties in Illinois, Champaign County is ranked 14th by median property taxes, and 17th by median tax as percentage of home value.
Champaign County's higher property taxes are partially due to property values, as the median home value in Champaign County is $145,200.00. For comparison, the state-wide median property value is $202,200.00
Note: Due to the complicated and varied methods used to calculate property tax in different counties, the best way to compare property taxes between jurisdictions is through median property tax values. If you need to calculate the exact tax due on your property, contact the Champaign County Tax Assessor.
