Elkhart, Logan County, Illinois Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Elkhart, Illinois
Median Elkhart, Illinois effective property tax rate: 2.56%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33%.
Median Elkhart, Illinois home value: $150,360
Median annual Elkhart, Illinois tax bill: $3,869, $1,469 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Logan calculated?
Property taxes in Elkhart, 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 Elkhart's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Elkhart, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Elkhart, Logan County, Illinois Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
2.56%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$3,849
$3,572
How Does the Elkhart Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Elkhart property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Elkhart's median effective tax rate of 2.56% — based on actual property records in Logan County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure used to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Elkhart'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 Elkhart: rates range from 3.86% in 62634 to 3.86% in 62634, 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 Elkhart.
About Elkhart Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Elkhart, Logan, IL
Elkhart’s median effective property tax rate of 2.56% is higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Logan County base levy combined with local school district levies and other local charges that can affect what homeowners pay.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Elkhart. In this city, the median effective rate is 2.56% in ZIP code 62634, which is the same across the area shown here. That means your location within Elkhart can still matter when it comes to how your assessed value is used and how your bill is calculated.
Elkhart homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Logan County 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 Elkhart, Logan 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 Elkhart'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 Elkhart Tax Rate
2.56%
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 Logan County Tax Rate
2.68%
Median Effective Illinois Tax Rate
2.33%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Elkhart, Logan County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62634 | 2.04% | 2.33% | 2.56% | 2.79% | 2.95% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Elkhart, Logan County, Illinois
When examining property taxes in Elkhart, 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 Logan County assessor 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 Logan 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 Elkhart.
For example, the median home price in Elkhart is $150,360, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 62634 has the highest median home price at $150,360.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Elkhart, Logan County, Illinois
Source: Ownwell
$140,670
$225,360
$310,050
Median Elkhart Market Value
$150,360
Median Logan County Market Value
$162,930
Median Illinois Market Value
$227,888
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Elkhart, Logan County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62634 | $58,896 | $81,945 | $150,360 | $253,665 | $484,110 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Elkhart, Logan County, Illinois
Property tax bills in Elkhart are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of a home by the local tax rate, then applying any exemptions or adjustments that may reduce the final amount. The assessed value is based on the home’s market value, which means changes in the local housing market can affect what homeowners owe.
With a median home price of $150,360, property taxes can vary widely across the city. The median tax bill in the area is $3,869, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills can also differ by neighborhood and property characteristics, with the 25th percentile at $2,038 and the 75th percentile at $6,878. For higher-value or more heavily taxed properties, the 90th percentile reaches $13,992.
For homeowners, this means property taxes can be a major recurring expense, and even small changes in assessed value or tax rates can have a noticeable impact on the yearly bill.
Median Elkhart Tax Bill
$3,869
Median Logan County Tax Bill
$4,563
Median Illinois Tax Bill
$5,277
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Elkhart, Logan County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62634 | $1,418 | $2,038 | $3,869 | $6,878 | $13,992 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
Links | |
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| Logan Tax Assessor | |
| Website | loganil.devnetwedge.com |