Dix, Marion County, Illinois Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Dix, Illinois
Median DIX, Illinois effective property tax rate: 1.47%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Illinois state median of 2.33%.
Median DIX, Illinois home value: $159,036
Median annual DIX, Illinois tax bill: $1,973, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Marion calculated?
Property taxes in DIX, Illinois are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding DIX's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in DIX, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Dix, Marion County, Illinois Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,338
$2,169
How Does the DIX Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this DIX property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies DIX's median effective tax rate of 1.47% — based on actual property records in Marion County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment system uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies DIX's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within DIX: rates range from 1.47% in 62830 to 1.47% in 62830, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across DIX.
About Dix Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Dix, Marion, Illinois
Dix’s median effective property tax rate of 1.47% is higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Marion County base levy combined with local school district levies and Special service areas (SSAs) that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Dix. Homeowners in the 62830 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.47%, while those in 62830 pay 1.47%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Marion County. Understanding which part of Dix you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Dix homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the June 1, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Dix, Marion County, Illinois
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Dix's effective property tax rate to other cities in Illinois and the median property tax rates in Illinois and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Dix Tax Rate
1.47%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Marion County Tax Rate
1.85%
Median Effective Illinois Tax Rate
2.33%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Dix, Marion County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62830 | 0.23% | 0.82% | 1.47% | 1.76% | 1.92% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Dix, Marion County, Illinois
When examining property taxes in DIX, Illinois, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Marion County assessment office estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Marion County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of November.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. For example, the median home price in DIX is $159,036, with a median tax bill of $1,973. Tax bills range from $876 at the 25th percentile to $4,641 at the 90th percentile, compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Dix, Marion County, Illinois
Source: Ownwell
$30,780
$94,908
$159,036
Median Dix Market Value
$159,036
Median Marion County Market Value
$68,010
Median Illinois Market Value
$227,888
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Dix, Marion County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62830 | $53,766 | $117,311 | $159,036 | $223,301 | $343,717 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Dix, Marion County, Illinois
Property tax bills in DIX are based on the assessed value of a home, which is then multiplied by the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Marion County. The assessed value is tied to the market value of the property, so homes with higher values generally face larger tax bills. For a home with a median market value of $159,036, the bill can vary widely depending on exemptions, local levies, and neighborhood differences.
In DIX, the typical tax burden ranges from $876 at the 25th percentile to $3,105 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile reaching $4,641. The highest and lowest median tax bill in the area is $1,973 in ZIP code 62830. Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400, homeowners in DIX may see bills that are lower or higher depending on how their property is assessed and which local services their taxes support.
Median Dix Tax Bill
$1,973
Median Marion County Tax Bill
$1,146
Median Illinois Tax Bill
$5,277
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Dix, Marion County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62830 | $266 | $876 | $1,973 | $3,105 | $4,641 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | July 1 |
Links | |
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| Marion Tax Assessor | |
| Website | marionil.devnetwedge.com |