Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Pinckneyville, Illinois
Median Pinckneyville, Illinois effective property tax rate: 1.89%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Illinois state median of 2.33%.
Median Pinckneyville, Illinois home value: $107,370
Median annual Pinckneyville, Illinois tax bill: $2,040, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Perry County calculated?
Property taxes in Pinckneyville, 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 Pinckneyville's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Pinckneyville, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.89%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,029
$1,883
How Does the Pinckneyville Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Pinckneyville property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Pinckneyville's median effective tax rate of 1.89% — based on actual property records in Perry 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 Pinckneyville'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 Pinckneyville: rates range from 2.04% in 62274 to 2.04% in 62274, 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 Pinckneyville.
About Pinckneyville Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Pinckneyville, Perry, Illinois
Pinckneyville’s median effective property tax rate of 1.89% is higher than the Illinois state median of 2.33% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Perry 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 Pinckneyville. Homeowners in the 62274 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.89%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 1.89%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Perry County. Understanding which part of Pinckneyville you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Pinckneyville 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 Pinckneyville, Perry 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 Pinckneyville'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 Pinckneyville Tax Rate
1.89%
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 Perry County Tax Rate
1.76%
Median Effective Illinois Tax Rate
2.33%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62274 | 0.87% | 1.54% | 1.89% | 2.25% | 2.50% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois
When examining property taxes in Pinckneyville, 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 Perry 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 are sent in the spring each year and 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.
For example, the median home price in Pinckneyville is $107,370, with tax bills ranging across the county. ZIP code 62274 has the highest median home price at $107,370. The median tax bill is $2,040, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois
Source: Ownwell
$51,690
$92,390
$133,090
Median Pinckneyville Market Value
$107,370
Median Perry County Market Value
$91,395
Median Illinois Market Value
$227,888
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62274 | $46,668 | $71,949 | $107,370 | $161,756 | $208,058 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois
Property tax bills in Pinckneyville are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply tax rates to that assessed value, and the final bill reflects the combined effect of county, city, school, and other local levies. For homeowners, this means a higher assessed value can lead to a larger tax bill, while a lower assessment can reduce what is owed.
In Pinckneyville, the median home price is $107,370, and the median property tax bill is $2,040, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Tax bills vary widely across homeowners, with the 25th percentile at $1,079 and the 75th percentile at $3,265. The 90th percentile reaches $4,379, showing how assessment differences and local rates can significantly affect annual costs.
Median Pinckneyville Tax Bill
$2,040
Median Perry County Tax Bill
$1,599
Median Illinois Tax Bill
$5,277
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Pinckneyville, Perry County, Illinois
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62274 | $533 | $1,079 | $2,040 | $3,265 | $4,379 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
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| Perry Tax Assessor | |
| Website | perryil.devnetwedge.com |