What is the property tax rate in Oswego, IL?

Oswego has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.55%. On a median home valued at $319,000, homeowners pay approximately $8,141 per year in property taxes.

How does Oswego compare to Kendall County?

Oswego's effective rate of 2.55% is 8% higher than the Kendall County average of 2.37%. The county-wide median annual tax is $7,651, while Oswego homeowners pay an estimated $8,141.

How much are property taxes in Oswego on a $300,000 home?

Based on Oswego's effective rate of 2.55%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $7,650 per year, or about $638 per month.

Oswego Property Tax Rate

Kendall County, Illinois

2.55%effective rate

Oswego is located in Kendall County, Illinois. Homeowners in Oswego pay a median of $8,141 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $319,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.55%. This is 8% higher than the Kendall County average of 2.37%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.55%

vs 2.37% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$8,141

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$319,000

2024 estimate

Population📍

35,463

Oswego, IL

How Oswego Compares

Oswego

2.55%

Kendall County Average

2.37%

Illinois Average

2.01%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Oswego

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$7,650

$638/month · Rate: 2.55%

Kendall County 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.