What is the property tax rate in St. Charles, IL?

St. Charles has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.30%. On a median home valued at $369,700, homeowners pay approximately $8,492 per year in property taxes.

How does St. Charles compare to Kane County?

St. Charles's effective rate of 2.30% is 2% higher than the Kane County average of 2.26%. The county-wide median annual tax is $7,382, while St. Charles homeowners pay an estimated $8,492.

How much are property taxes in St. Charles on a $300,000 home?

Based on St. Charles's effective rate of 2.30%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $6,900 per year, or about $575 per month.

St. Charles Property Tax Rate

Kane County, Illinois

2.30%effective rate

St. Charles is located in Kane County, Illinois. Homeowners in St. Charles pay a median of $8,492 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $369,700, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.30%. This is 2% higher than the Kane County average of 2.26%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.30%

vs 2.26% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$8,492

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$369,700

2024 estimate

Population📍

32,733

St. Charles, IL

How St. Charles Compares

St. Charles

2.30%

Kane County Average

2.26%

Illinois Average

2.01%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Kane County

Compare property tax rates for 5 cities in Kane County, Illinois.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Batavia	26,730	$8,853	2.47%
Elgin	114,106	$6,115	2.42%
Aurora	179,867	$6,238	2.40%
St. Charles	32,733	$8,492	2.30%
Carpentersville	37,544	$5,025	2.23%

About Property Taxes in St. Charles

Property taxes in St. Charles are collected by Kane County. Tax exemptions available to Kane County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in St. Charles. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Kane County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$6,900

$575/month · Rate: 2.30%

Kane County Property Taxes

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Illinois Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.