What is the property tax rate in Rockford, IL?

Rockford has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.66%. On a median home valued at $120,900, homeowners pay approximately $3,219 per year in property taxes.

How does Rockford compare to Winnebago County?

Rockford's effective rate of 2.66% is 11% higher than the Winnebago County average of 2.39%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,930, while Rockford homeowners pay an estimated $3,219.

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

Based on Rockford's effective rate of 2.66%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $7,980 per year, or about $665 per month.

Rockford Property Tax Rate

Winnebago County, Illinois

2.66%effective rate

Rockford is located in Winnebago County, Illinois. Homeowners in Rockford pay a median of $3,219 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $120,900, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.66%. This is 11% higher than the Winnebago County average of 2.39%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.66%

vs 2.39% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,219

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$120,900

2024 estimate

Population📍

147,649

Rockford, IL

How Rockford Compares

Rockford

2.66%

Winnebago County Average

2.39%

Illinois Average

2.01%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Rockford

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$7,980

$665/month · Rate: 2.66%

Winnebago 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.