62972 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 62972 (Ozark, Illinois) pay a median of $2,880/year in property taxes on homes valued at $173,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.66%, which is 12% below the Illinois state average of 1.88%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 62972 is approximately $240, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Johnson County. This is $621 less than the Illinois average of $3,501/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Illinois, 62972 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 61944 (1.66%) and 62334 (1.66%).

In Ozark, property taxes represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $82,007, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Illinois restricts annual assessed value growth to 7%, though reassessment to market value at sale occurs under state law. Johnson County's $10,000 General Homestead Exemption applies to owner-occupants — apply with the Johnson County Assessor within 30 days of closing to reduce your assessed value. Verify exemption approval in writing from the Johnson County Assessor before your first tax bill is issued.