Mason County, IL Property Tax: $2,277/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Mason County is 2.15% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $106,100, that works out to about $2,281 per year, or $190 per month. Mason County is located in western Illinois, and is home to approximately 12,878 residents.
About Mason County
Mason County covers approximately 539.4 square miles in Illinois. The county is home to about 12,878 residents living in roughly 6,615 housing units, of which 69.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $62,127, and the median home was built in 1962.
Mason County borders Cass County, Fulton County, Logan County, Menard County, Schuyler 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 Mason County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Mason County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason County, IL | 2.15% | $106,100 | $2,281 |
| Illinois state average | 1.83% | — | $1,942* |
| Cass County | 2.10% | $95,500 | $2,007 |
| Fulton County | 2.13% | $102,500 | $2,186 |
| Logan County | 1.84% | $125,900 | $2,315 |
| Menard County | 1.64% | $179,300 | $2,936 |
| Schuyler County | 1.83% | $106,200 | $1,940 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Mason County's median home value of $106,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Mason County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Illinois?
At 2.15%, Mason County is higher than the Illinois state average of 1.83%. On a home at the county median of $106,100, that means about $2,281 per year — versus $1,942 at the state average rate, a difference of $339 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Mason County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Mason County?
For a home at the county median value of $106,100, the annual property tax in Mason County is approximately $2,281 — or about $190 per month. For a home worth $159,150, expect around $3,422 per year. For a $212,200 home, approximately $4,562 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Mason County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Mason County are handled by the Mason 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 Mason 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 2.15% shown here. Contact the Mason 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