Aurora, Kane County, Illinois Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Aurora, Illinois
Median Aurora, Illinois effective property tax rate: 2.40%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33%.
Median Aurora, Illinois home value: $195,362
Median annual Aurora, Illinois tax bill: $4,508, $2,108 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Kane calculated?
Property taxes in Aurora, 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 Aurora's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Aurora, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Aurora, Kane County, Illinois Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
2.4%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$4,689
$4,351
How Does the Aurora Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Aurora property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Aurora's median effective tax rate of 2.40% — based on actual property records in Kane County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Aurora'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 Aurora: rates range from $3,311 in 60505 to $9,260 in 60502, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts. Aurora's median tax rate is higher than the 2.33% state median, and the median tax bill of $4,508 is higher than the state median by $2,108.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Aurora.
About Aurora Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Aurora, Kane, Illinois
Aurora's median effective property tax rate of 2.40% is higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Kane 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 Aurora. Homeowners in the 60502 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 2.59%, while those in 60505 pay 2.13%. This spread — 0.46 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Kane County. Understanding which part of Aurora you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Aurora 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 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 Aurora, Kane 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 Aurora'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 Aurora Tax Rate
2.40%
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 Kane County Tax Rate
2.49%
Median Effective Illinois Tax Rate
2.33%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Aurora, Kane County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60502 | 1.94% | 2.20% | 2.59% | 2.94% | 2.97% |
| 60504 | 2.05% | 2.17% | 2.26% | 2.49% | 2.49% |
| 60505 | 1.59% | 1.95% | 2.13% | 2.49% | 2.49% |
| 60506 | 2.06% | 2.37% | 2.53% | 2.65% | 2.85% |
| 60503 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Aurora, Kane County, Illinois
When examining property taxes in Aurora, 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 Kane 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 Kane County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of May.
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 Aurora.
For example, the median home price in Aurora is $195,362, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 60502 has the highest median home price at $375,604.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Aurora, Kane County, Illinois
Source: Ownwell
$156,664
$405,361
$654,058
Median Aurora Market Value
$195,362
Median Kane County Market Value
$279,433
Median Illinois Market Value
$227,888
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Aurora, Kane County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60502 | $252,438 | $303,055 | $375,604 | $413,856 | $448,237 |
| 60504 | $165,087 | $189,205 | $228,490 | $277,353 | $302,466 |
| 60505 | $105,261 | $128,309 | $156,664 | $195,898 | $249,754 |
| 60506 | $143,619 | $180,865 | $224,030 | $283,244 | $338,006 |
| 60503 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Aurora, Kane County, Illinois
Property tax bills in Aurora are calculated by applying local tax rates to a home’s assessed value, not its market price alone. The assessed value is determined by the local assessor and then multiplied by the combined rates set by taxing bodies such as schools, the county, and other local services. For homeowners, this means the final bill can vary widely even between nearby neighborhoods, depending on the tax rate and the assessed value of the property.
Aurora homeowners face bills that are well above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Based on the data provided, the 25th percentile bill is $3,143, the 75th percentile bill is $6,279, and the 90th percentile bill is $8,519. The highest median tax bill is $9,260 in ZIP code 60502, while the lowest median tax bill is $3,311 in ZIP code 60505. With a median home price of $195,362, property taxes can have a major impact on monthly housing costs and long-term affordability.
Median Aurora Tax Bill
$4,508
Median Kane County Tax Bill
$6,802
Median Illinois Tax Bill
$5,277
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Aurora, Kane County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60502 | $5,010 | $7,264 | $9,260 | $11,214 | $12,899 |
| 60504 | $3,608 | $4,156 | $5,095 | $6,445 | $7,776 |
| 60505 | $1,786 | $2,497 | $3,311 | $4,258 | $5,441 |
| 60506 | $2,913 | $4,288 | $5,518 | $7,176 | $8,960 |
| 60503 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
Links | |
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| Kane Tax Assessor | |
| Website | kaneil.devnetwedge.com |