Kansas, Clark County, Illinois Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Kansas, Illinois
Median Kansas, Illinois effective property tax rate: 1.93%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Illinois state median of 2.33%.
Median Kansas, Illinois home value: $113,175
Median annual Kansas, Illinois tax bill: $1,960, $440 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Clark calculated?
Property taxes in Kansas, 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 Kansas's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Kansas, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Kansas, Clark County, Illinois Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.93%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,184
$2,027
How Does the Kansas Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Kansas property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Kansas's median effective tax rate of 1.93% — based on actual property records in Clark County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment process uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Kansas'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 Kansas: rates range from 1.93% in 61933 to 1.93% in 61933, 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 Kansas.
About Kansas Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Kansas, Clark, Illinois
Kansas's median effective property tax rate of 1.93% is higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Clark County base levy combined with local school district levies and special service areas that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Kansas. Homeowners in the 61933 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.93%, while those in 61933 pay 1.93%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Clark County. Understanding which part of Kansas you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Kansas homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the January 1, 1970 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 Kansas, Clark 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 Kansas'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 Kansas Tax Rate
1.93%
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 Clark County Tax Rate
1.95%
Median Effective Illinois Tax Rate
2.33%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Kansas, Clark County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61933 | 1.30% | 1.82% | 1.93% | 2.03% | 2.07% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Kansas, Clark County, Illinois
When examining property taxes in Kansas, 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 Clark 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 Clark County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
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 Kansas.
For example, the median home price in Kansas is $113,175, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 61933 has the highest median home price at $113,175.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Kansas, Clark County, Illinois
Source: Ownwell
$56,658
$93,477
$130,296
Median Kansas Market Value
$113,175
Median Clark County Market Value
$89,572
Median Illinois Market Value
$227,888
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Kansas, Clark County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61933 | $43,662 | $70,191 | $113,175 | $160,050 | $190,807 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Kansas, Clark County, Illinois
How are property tax bills calculated in Kansas, Illinois?
Property tax bills are based on the assessed value of a home, which is then multiplied by the local tax rate to determine what a homeowner owes. In Kansas, Illinois, the median home price is $113,175, and tax bills vary widely depending on the home’s assessed value and the taxing districts that apply. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,346, while the 75th percentile tax bill is $2,871 and the 90th percentile tax bill is $3,753.
What factors affect a homeowner’s property tax bill?
Local government budgets, school districts, and other taxing authorities all play a role in setting the final bill. Homeowners with higher assessed values or homes in areas with higher tax rates generally pay more. In Clark County, the highest median tax bill is $1,960 in ZIP code 61933, which is also the lowest median tax bill in the county. This means property tax costs can still vary based on location, even within the same county.
Median Kansas Tax Bill
$1,960
Median Clark County Tax Bill
$1,620
Median Illinois Tax Bill
$5,277
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Kansas, Clark County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61933 | $557 | $1,346 | $1,960 | $2,871 | $3,753 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | January 1 |
Links | |
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| Clark Tax Assessor | |
| Website | clarkil.devnetwedge.com |