Bond County, IL Property Tax: $2,612/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Bond County is 1.96% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $133,100, that works out to about $2,609 per year, or $217 per month. Bond County is located in central Illinois, and is home to approximately 16,627 residents.
About Bond County
Bond County covers approximately 380.3 square miles in Illinois. The county is home to about 16,627 residents living in roughly 6,892 housing units, of which 67.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $61,603, and the median home was built in 1974.
Bond County borders Clinton County, Fayette County, Madison County, Montgomery County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Illinois
Property taxes in Illinois are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Illinois offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Bond County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Bond County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bond County, IL | 1.96% | $133,100 | $2,609 |
| Illinois state average | 1.83% | — | $2,436* |
| Clinton County | 1.86% | $180,500 | $3,356 |
| Fayette County | 1.52% | $114,700 | $1,740 |
| Madison County | 1.92% | $167,900 | $3,232 |
| Montgomery County | 1.72% | $102,200 | $1,758 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Bond County's median home value of $133,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Bond County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Illinois?
At 1.96%, Bond County is higher than the Illinois state average of 1.83%. On a home at the county median of $133,100, that means about $2,609 per year — versus $2,436 at the state average rate, a difference of $173 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Bond County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Bond County?
For a home at the county median value of $133,100, the annual property tax in Bond County is approximately $2,609 — or about $217 per month. For a home worth $199,650, expect around $3,913 per year. For a $266,200 home, approximately $5,218 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Bond County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Bond County are handled by the Bond County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Bond County?
Illinois counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.96% shown here. Contact the Bond County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File