Madison County, IL Property Taxes (2026)

Madison County owners pay a median of $3,232 a year on a median home value of $167,900, an effective rate of 1.92%. That's the 42nd-highest rate of 102 Illinois counties with Census data, above the Illinois county median of 1.85%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

1.92%

42nd highest of 102 in IL

Median annual bill

$3,232

~$269/month

Median home value

$167,900

Illinois county median

1.85%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Madison County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Madison County's 1.92% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$3,224
Savings at 10–15% off
$322–$484
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Madison County vs. Illinois vs. U.S. property tax rates

Madison County1.92%
Illinois county median1.85%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Madison County's effective property tax rate is 1.92%, vs. 1.85% for the median Illinois county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 42nd of 102 in Illinois. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in Madison County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Madison County Assessor. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Madison County deadline is 30 days after publication. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the County Assessor.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $3,232 bill, 10–15% off is $323–$485 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Illinois

Illinois homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Madison County Assessor for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Madison County, Illinois?
The median effective property tax rate in Madison County is 1.92%: a median annual bill of $3,232 on a median home value of $167,900. That's the 42nd-highest rate of 102 Illinois counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Madison County?
The median Madison County property tax bill is $3,232 a year, about $269 a month, compared with a Illinois county median of $2,363.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Madison County?
The deadline to appeal in Madison County is 30 days after publication. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Madison County a high property tax area?
Madison County's 1.92% effective rate is above the Illinois county median of 1.85% and above the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 42nd-highest rate of 102 Illinois counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Madison County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

St. Clair County

Rate: 2.09%

Median bill: $3,533

Bond County

Rate: 1.96%

Median bill: $2,612

Clinton County

Rate: 1.86%

Median bill: $3,356

Jersey County

Rate: 1.75%

Median bill: $2,957

Macoupin County

Rate: 1.58%

Median bill: $1,990

Montgomery County

Rate: 1.72%

Median bill: $1,758

Monroe County

Rate: 1.70%

Median bill: $4,523

Washington County

Rate: 1.85%

Median bill: $2,766

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