60505 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 60505 (Aurora, Illinois) pay a median of $3,473/year in property taxes on homes valued at $192,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.80%, which is 4% below the Illinois state average of 1.88%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 60505 is approximately $289, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Kane County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Illinois, 60505 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 61335 (1.80%) and 62330 (1.80%).

In Aurora, property taxes represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $70,306, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Illinois restricts assessed value increases to 7% yearly; your property will reassess at purchase price when you buy. Kane County's General Homestead Exemption removes $10,000 from your assessed value — submit the application to the Kane County Assessor by the deadline shown on your Supervisor's Notice. Contact the Kane County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to ensure the exemption is filed and your assessment reflects the correct base year.