Report Blames State Policies For Rising Illinois Property Taxes

Posted By: Withers Syndication
April 20, 2026 @ 6:47 am
Local News

A new policy report claims Illinois property taxes have climbed sharply under Governor JB Pritzker, rising nearly 27 percent since 2018. Analysts argue while local governments set tax rates, state decisions on pensions, education funding and mandates are driving higher costs. The report says a growing share of state education dollars is going toward pension obligations, leaving school districts to rely more heavily on property taxes. Critics say without changes at the state level, residents can expect tax bills to keep climbing.