What is the property tax rate in Pekin, IL?

Pekin has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.08%. On a median home valued at $118,200, homeowners pay approximately $2,456 per year in property taxes.

How does Pekin compare to Tazewell County?

Pekin's effective rate of 2.08% is 1% lower than the Tazewell County average of 2.11%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,536, while Pekin homeowners pay an estimated $2,456.

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

Based on Pekin's effective rate of 2.08%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $6,240 per year, or about $520 per month.

Pekin Property Tax Rate

Tazewell County, Illinois

2.08%effective rate

Pekin is located in Tazewell County, Illinois. Homeowners in Pekin pay a median of $2,456 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $118,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.08%. This is 1% lower than the Tazewell County average of 2.11%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.08%

vs 2.11% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,456

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$118,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

31,812

Pekin, IL

How Pekin Compares

Pekin

2.08%

Tazewell County Average

2.11%

Illinois Average

2.01%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Pekin

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$6,240

$520/month · Rate: 2.08%

Tazewell 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.