Frank Miles
Madison County Treasurer

A. Distribution Of Last Year's Taxes (PDF)

B. Ten Frequently Asked Questions (Why are My Taxes So High? ... and More)

C. How Your Taxes Are Calculated

D. Appealing the Assessed Value of Your Property

• Reasons to Appeal Your Assessment
• How to Appeal Your Assessment
• Evidence Needed for an Appeal
• How to File an Informal Appeal

E. Important Real Estate Tax Dates and Deadlines

F. Payment Options

• Application for Property Tax Relief for Military Personnel
• Senior Citizen Deductions
• Summary of All Available Deductions (PDF)

H. Current Year Property Tax Amounts

• Request for Mailing Address Change (PDF)
• Important Notice To New Property Owners (PDF)

I. Understanding your real estate tax bill (PDF)

J. Property Tax Facts in Illinois (PDF)