62216 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 62216 (Aviston, Illinois) pay a median of $4,284/year in property taxes on homes valued at $235,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.82%, which is near the Illinois state average of 1.88%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 62216 is approximately $357, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Clinton County. This is $783 more than the Illinois average of $3,501/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Illinois, 62216 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 62677 (1.82%) and 62561 (1.82%).

In Aviston, property taxes represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $110,938, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Illinois law limits assessed value growth to 7% annually, capping your exposure to runaway tax increases despite market appreciation. Clinton County's General Homestead Exemption ($10,000 off assessed value) applies to primary residences and typically saves owners $190–$380 per year at this county's rate. Submit your exemption application to the Clinton County Assessor's office no later than 30 days after your deed is recorded to activate the benefit.