Virden, Montgomery County, Illinois Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Virden, Illinois
Median Virden, Illinois effective property tax rate: 2.75%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33%.
Median Virden, Illinois home value: $151,245
Median annual Virden, Illinois tax bill: $4,448, $2,048 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Montgomery County calculated?
Property taxes in Virden, 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 Virden's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Virden, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Virden, Montgomery County, Illinois Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
2.75%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$4,159
$3,860
How Does the Virden Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Virden property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Virden's median effective tax rate of 2.75% — based on actual property records in Montgomery 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 Virden'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 Virden: rates range from 2.75% in 62690 to 2.75% in 62690, 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 Virden.
About Virden Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Virden, Montgomery, Illinois
Virden’s median effective property tax rate of 2.75% is higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Montgomery 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 Virden. Homeowners in the 62690 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 2.75%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 2.75%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Montgomery County. Understanding which part of Virden you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Virden 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 Virden, Montgomery 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 Virden'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 Virden Tax Rate
2.75%
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 Montgomery County Tax Rate
2.68%
Median Effective Illinois Tax Rate
2.33%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Virden, Montgomery County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62690 | 2.50% | 2.57% | 2.75% | 3.19% | 3.38% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Virden, Montgomery County, Illinois
When examining property taxes in Virden, 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 Montgomery 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 Montgomery 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 Virden.
For example, the median home price in Virden is $151,245, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 62690 has the highest median home price at $151,245.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Virden, Montgomery County, Illinois
Source: Ownwell
$64,395
$112,488
$160,581
Median Virden Market Value
$151,245
Median Montgomery County Market Value
$101,482
Median Illinois Market Value
$227,888
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Virden, Montgomery County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62690 | $73,137 | $105,498 | $151,245 | $213,915 | $255,044 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Virden, Montgomery County, Illinois
Property tax bills in Virden are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Montgomery County. The assessed value is not the same as the market value, but it is closely tied to it and is used to determine how much a homeowner owes each year. For a home with a median value of $151,245, the tax bill can vary depending on exemptions, local levies, and changes in assessment.
In Virden, the median property tax bill is $4,448.00, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and higher than the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills in the area also range widely, with the 25th percentile at $2,500, the 75th percentile at $6,641, and the 90th percentile at $7,503. That spread shows how much tax bills can differ from one homeowner to another, even within the same city.
Median Virden Tax Bill
$4,448
Median Montgomery County Tax Bill
$2,749
Median Illinois Tax Bill
$5,277
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Virden, Montgomery County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62690 | $1,964 | $2,500 | $4,448 | $6,641 | $7,503 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
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| Montgomery Tax Assessor | |
| Website | montgomeryil.devnetwedge.com |