Genoa, Dekalb County, Illinois Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Genoa, Illinois
Median Genoa, Illinois effective property tax rate: 2.62%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33%.
Median Genoa, Illinois home value: $228,660
Median annual Genoa, Illinois tax bill: $5,907, $3,507 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in DeKalb calculated?
Property taxes in Genoa, 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 Genoa's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Genoa, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Genoa, Dekalb County, Illinois Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
2.62%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Genoa Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Genoa property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Genoa's median effective tax rate of 2.62% — based on actual property records in DeKalb County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment system uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Genoa's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Genoa's tax rate is higher than the Illinois median of 2.33%, and the median property tax bill is $5,907, which is $3,507 higher than the state median. Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Genoa, though the available ZIP code data shows 60135 at $5,907.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Genoa.
About Genoa Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Genoa, DeKalb, Illinois
Genoa’s median effective property tax rate of 2.62% is higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the DeKalb 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 Genoa. Homeowners in the 60135 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 2.62%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 2.62%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across DeKalb County. Understanding which part of Genoa you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Genoa homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the June 1, 2026 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 Genoa, Dekalb 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 Genoa'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 Genoa Tax Rate
2.62%
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 Dekalb County Tax Rate
2.44%
Median Effective Illinois Tax Rate
2.33%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Genoa, Dekalb County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60135 | 2.11% | 2.36% | 2.62% | 2.71% | 2.94% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Genoa, Dekalb County, Illinois
When examining property taxes in Genoa, 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 DeKalb 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 DeKalb 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 Genoa.
For example, the median home price in Genoa is $228,660, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 60135 has the highest median home price at $228,660.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Genoa, Dekalb County, Illinois
Source: Ownwell
$160,695
$253,926
$347,157
Median Genoa Market Value
$228,660
Median Dekalb County Market Value
$222,627
Median Illinois Market Value
$227,888
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Genoa, Dekalb County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60135 | $166,467 | $192,576 | $228,660 | $295,512 | $354,054 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Genoa, Dekalb County, Illinois
Property tax bills in Genoa are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in DeKalb County. When a home’s market value rises, the assessed value can increase as well, which may lead to a higher bill. Local budgets for schools, roads, public safety, and other services also play a role in determining how much homeowners owe.
For many homeowners, the bill can be significant. The median property tax bill in the area is $5,907, which is well above the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills in the area also vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $4,830 and the 75th percentile at $7,364. That means homeowners with similar homes may still pay very different amounts depending on their assessed value and location.
Median Genoa Tax Bill
$5,907
Median Dekalb County Tax Bill
$5,381
Median Illinois Tax Bill
$5,277
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Genoa, Dekalb County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60135 | $3,809 | $4,830 | $5,907 | $7,364 | $9,037 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
Links | |
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| DeKalb Tax Assessor | |
| Website | dekalbil.devnetwedge.com |