What is the property tax rate in Joliet, IL?

Joliet has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.24%. On a median home valued at $248,600, homeowners pay approximately $5,569 per year in property taxes.

How does Joliet compare to Will County?

Joliet's effective rate of 2.24% is equal to the Will County average of 2.24%. The county-wide median annual tax is $7,173, while Joliet homeowners pay an estimated $5,569.

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

Based on Joliet's effective rate of 2.24%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $6,720 per year, or about $560 per month.

Joliet Property Tax Rate

Will County, Illinois

2.24%effective rate

Joliet is located in Will County, Illinois. Homeowners in Joliet pay a median of $5,569 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $248,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.24%. This is roughly in line with the Will County average of 2.24%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.24%

vs 2.24% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$5,569

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$248,600

2024 estimate

Population📍

149,785

Joliet, IL

How Joliet Compares

Joliet

2.24%

Will County Average

2.24%

Illinois Average

2.01%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Will County

Compare property tax rates for 6 cities in Will County, Illinois.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Lockport	26,228	$7,725	2.59%
Bolingbrook	73,813	$7,572	2.56%
Romeoville	40,996	$6,111	2.49%
New Lenox	27,456	$8,985	2.38%
Plainfield	45,705	$9,266	2.33%
Joliet	149,785	$5,569	2.24%

About Property Taxes in Joliet

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$6,720

$560/month · Rate: 2.24%

Will 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.