Bethalto, Madison County, Illinois Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Bethalto, Illinois
Median Bethalto, Illinois effective property tax rate: 2.09%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Illinois state median of 2.33%.
Median Bethalto, Illinois home value: $165,330
Median annual Bethalto, Illinois tax bill: $3,282, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Madison calculated?
Property taxes in Bethalto, 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 Bethalto's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Bethalto, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Bethalto, Madison County, Illinois Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
2.09%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$3,455
$3,207
How Does the Bethalto Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Bethalto property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Bethalto's median effective tax rate of 2.09% — based on actual property records in Madison 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 Bethalto'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 Bethalto: rates range from 2.09% in 62010 to 2.09% in 62010, 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 Bethalto.
About Bethalto Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Bethalto, Madison, Illinois
Bethalto's median effective property tax rate of 2.09% is lower than the Illinois state median of 2.33% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Madison 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 Bethalto. Homeowners in the 62010 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 2.09%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 2.09%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Madison County. Understanding which part of Bethalto you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Bethalto 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 Bethalto, Madison 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 Bethalto'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 Bethalto Tax Rate
2.09%
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 Madison County Tax Rate
2.11%
Median Effective Illinois Tax Rate
2.33%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Bethalto, Madison County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62010 | 1.48% | 1.91% | 2.09% | 2.24% | 2.35% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bethalto, Madison County, Illinois
When examining property taxes in Bethalto, 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 Madison 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 Madison 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 Bethalto.
For example, the median home price in Bethalto is $165,330, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 62010 has the highest median home price at $165,330.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bethalto, Madison County, Illinois
Source: Ownwell
$25,755
$170,746
$315,736
Median Bethalto Market Value
$165,330
Median Madison County Market Value
$152,490
Median Illinois Market Value
$227,888
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bethalto, Madison County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62010 | $84,330 | $119,625 | $165,330 | $246,105 | $333,540 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Bethalto, Madison County, Illinois
Property tax bills in Bethalto are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on its market value. Local taxing bodies, including schools, county government, and other public services, each receive a share of the bill. The final amount depends on the home’s value, the assessment level, and the combined tax rates set by those jurisdictions.
For Bethalto homeowners, this means a higher-valued home usually leads to a larger bill, while changes in local tax rates can also raise or lower what is owed. With a median home price of $165,330, the median property tax bill is $3,282, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Bills can vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $2,188 and the 75th percentile at $5,215, showing how much property taxes can differ from one homeowner to another.
Median Bethalto Tax Bill
$3,282
Median Madison County Tax Bill
$3,074
Median Illinois Tax Bill
$5,277
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Bethalto, Madison County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62010 | $1,432 | $2,188 | $3,282 | $5,215 | $7,269 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
Links | |
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| Madison Tax Assessor | |
| Website | madisonil.devnetwedge.com |