Jacksonville, Morgan County, Illinois Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Jacksonville, Illinois
Median Jacksonville, Illinois effective property tax rate: 2.30%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Illinois state median of 2.33%.
Median Jacksonville, Illinois home value: $114,510
Median annual Jacksonville, Illinois tax bill: $2,480, $80 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Morgan calculated?
Property taxes in Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Jacksonville, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Jacksonville, Morgan County, Illinois Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
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Median Effective Tax Rate
2.3%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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$2,444
How Does the Jacksonville Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Jacksonville property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Jacksonville's median effective tax rate of 2.30% — based on actual property records in Morgan County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessor uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Jacksonville'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 Jacksonville: rates range from 2.30% in 62650 to 2.30% in 62650, 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 Jacksonville.
About Jacksonville Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Jacksonville, Morgan, Illinois
Jacksonville’s median effective property tax rate of 2.30% is lower than the Illinois state median of 2.33% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Morgan County base levy combined with local school district levies and special service areas that can vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Jacksonville. Homeowners in ZIP code 62650 carry a median effective rate of 2.30%, and the same ZIP code also shows the city’s median tax bill of $2,480. That consistency reflects how local taxing districts are drawn across Morgan County, and it can still make a meaningful difference in your annual bill.
Jacksonville homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before the June 1, 2026 deadline.
If your estimated bill 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 Jacksonville, Morgan 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 Jacksonville'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 Ă· 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 Jacksonville Tax Rate
2.30%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Morgan County Tax Rate
2.08%
Median Effective Illinois Tax Rate
2.33%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Jacksonville, Morgan County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62650 | 1.37% | 1.86% | 2.30% | 2.66% | 2.94% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Jacksonville, Morgan County, Illinois
When examining property taxes in Jacksonville, 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. Morgan County 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 Morgan County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the season.
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. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Jacksonville.
For example, the median home price in Jacksonville is $114,510, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Zip code 62650 has the highest median home price at $114,510.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Jacksonville, Morgan County, Illinois
Source: Ownwell
$49,485
$105,413
$161,340
Median Jacksonville Market Value
$114,510
Median Morgan County Market Value
$107,895
Median Illinois Market Value
$227,888
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Jacksonville, Morgan County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62650 | $34,926 | $60,900 | $114,510 | $192,420 | $271,620 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Jacksonville, Morgan County, Illinois
Property tax bills in Jacksonville are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price. Local taxing authorities apply the tax rate to that assessed value to determine the amount owed, and the final bill can vary depending on exemptions, local levies, and other taxing jurisdictions.
For homeowners in Jacksonville, the median home price is $114,510, and the median property tax bill is $2,480. That is slightly above the national median property tax bill of $2,400, showing how local assessments can still create a meaningful annual expense even on moderately priced homes.
Bills can differ widely across the city. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,238, while the 75th percentile reaches $4,375 and the 90th percentile climbs to $6,194. These differences reflect how assessed values and local tax rates affect what homeowners pay each year.
Median Jacksonville Tax Bill
$2,480
Median Morgan County Tax Bill
$2,129
Median Illinois Tax Bill
$5,277
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Jacksonville, Morgan County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62650 | $609 | $1,238 | $2,480 | $4,375 | $6,194 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | July 1 |
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| Morgan Tax Assessor | |
| Website | morganil.devnetwedge.com |