What is the property tax rate in Decatur, IL?

Decatur has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.21%. On a median home valued at $97,300, homeowners pay approximately $2,153 per year in property taxes.

How does Decatur compare to Macon County?

Decatur's effective rate of 2.21% is 4% higher than the Macon County average of 2.12%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,696, while Decatur homeowners pay an estimated $2,153.

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

Based on Decatur's effective rate of 2.21%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $6,630 per year, or about $553 per month.

Decatur Property Tax Rate

Macon County, Illinois

2.21%effective rate

Decatur is located in Macon County, Illinois. Homeowners in Decatur pay a median of $2,153 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $97,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.21%. This is 4% higher than the Macon County average of 2.12%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.21%

vs 2.12% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,153

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$97,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

70,368

Decatur, IL

How Decatur Compares

Decatur

2.21%

Macon County Average

2.12%

Illinois Average

2.01%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Decatur

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$6,630

$553/month · Rate: 2.21%

Macon 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.