Patterson, Greene County, Illinois Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Patterson, Illinois
Median Patterson, Illinois effective property tax rate: 2.44%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33%.
Median Patterson, Illinois home value: $24,010
Median annual Patterson, Illinois tax bill: $245, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Greene calculated?
Property taxes in Patterson, 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 Patterson's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Patterson, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Patterson, Greene County, Illinois Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
2.44%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$586
$544
How Does the Patterson Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Patterson property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Patterson's median effective tax rate of 2.44% — based on actual property records in Greene County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessor uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Patterson'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 Patterson: rates range from 2.44% in 62078 to 2.44% in 62078, 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 Patterson.
About Patterson Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Patterson, Greene, Illinois
Patterson’s median effective property tax rate of 2.44% is higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Greene County base levy combined with local school district levies and special service areas (SSAs) that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Patterson. Homeowners in the 62078 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 2.44%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 2.44%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Greene County. Understanding which part of Patterson you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Patterson 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 Patterson, Greene 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 Patterson'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 Ă· 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 Patterson Tax Rate
2.44%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Greene County Tax Rate
2.00%
Median Effective Illinois Tax Rate
2.33%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Patterson, Greene County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62078 | 0.92% | 1.38% | 2.44% | 2.45% | 2.45% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Patterson, Greene County, Illinois
When examining property taxes in Patterson, 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 Greene County appraisal district 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 Greene County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month when notices are sent.
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 Patterson.
For example, the median home price in Patterson is $24,010, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Zip code 62078 has the highest median home price at $24,010.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Patterson, Greene County, Illinois
Source: Ownwell
$24,010
$55,057
$86,104
Median Patterson Market Value
$24,010
Median Greene County Market Value
$57,052
Median Illinois Market Value
$227,888
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Patterson, Greene County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62078 | $6,717 | $9,298 | $24,010 | $42,086 | $73,481 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Patterson, Greene County, Illinois
Property tax bills in Patterson are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply the tax rate to that assessed value, and the final bill reflects the combined impact of county, city, school, and other local levies. Homeowners with higher assessed values generally pay more, while those with lower assessed values pay less.
For Patterson homeowners, the median home price is $24,010, and the median property tax bill is $245. That bill can vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $189 and the 75th percentile at $672. The highest and lowest median tax bill in the area is $245 in ZIP code 62078.
Because property taxes are tied to assessed value and local rates, changes in either can affect what homeowners owe each year.
Median Patterson Tax Bill
$245
Median Greene County Tax Bill
$1,067
Median Illinois Tax Bill
$5,277
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Patterson, Greene County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62078 | $115 | $189 | $245 | $672 | $1,372 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
Links | |
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| Greene Tax Assessor | |
| Website | greenecounty.munisselfservice.com |