Michigan property tax calculator
Estimate your Michigan property tax by county. The statewide average effective rate is 1.19%, #14 of 51 among states and DC. Pick your county below for a closer number.
Pick your state and county and enter your home value. Your estimate shows up here.
An estimate, not a tax bill. Effective rates are county medians of taxes paid divided by home value (Tax Foundation 2025, ACS 2020-2024). Your bill depends on your exemptions, school district and local levies.
Michigan property tax rates by county
Effective rate = median property tax paid divided by median home value, owner-occupied homes. Counties with a link have a Grove Hopper appeal guide with the deadline and forms.
| County | Rate | Median tax | Median home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcona County | 0.81% | $1,341 | $162,800 |
| Alger County | 0.89% | $1,656 | $176,200 |
| Allegan County | 1.00% | $2,884 | $267,100 |
| Alpena County | 1.01% | $1,639 | $153,900 |
| Antrim County | 0.80% | $2,157 | $255,500 |
| Arenac County | 1.00% | $1,707 | $150,600 |
| Baraga County | 0.86% | $1,679 | $138,100 |
| Barry County | 0.96% | $2,769 | $264,100 |
| Bay County | 1.31% | $2,271 | $152,200 |
| Benzie County | 0.77% | $2,262 | $285,700 |
| Berrien County | 1.02% | $2,429 | $224,300 |
| Branch County | 1.01% | $1,879 | $162,500 |
| Calhoun County | 1.34% | $2,368 | $162,800 |
| Cass County | 0.93% | $2,116 | $218,000 |
| Charlevoix County | 0.84% | $2,493 | $276,800 |
| Cheboygan County | 0.87% | $1,704 | $192,500 |
| Chippewa County | 1.12% | $2,038 | $161,900 |
| Clare County | 0.99% | $1,489 | $133,800 |
| Clinton County | 1.19% | $3,185 | $259,500 |
| Crawford County | 1.00% | $1,734 | $163,000 |
| Delta County | 1.06% | $1,771 | $157,100 |
| Dickinson County | 1.15% | $1,940 | $153,300 |
| Eaton County | 1.34% | $3,067 | $216,900 |
| Emmet County | 0.82% | $2,634 | $315,700 |
| Genesee County | 1.25% | $2,487 | $182,400 |
| Gladwin County | 1.01% | $1,867 | $162,300 |
| Gogebic County | 1.22% | $1,535 | $107,200 |
| Grand Traverse County | 0.84% | $3,010 | $339,400 |
| Gratiot County | 1.10% | $1,826 | $147,500 |
| Hillsdale County | 0.91% | $1,738 | $176,100 |
| Houghton County | 1.13% | $1,858 | $159,900 |
| Huron County | 1.07% | $1,829 | $154,300 |
| Ingham County | 1.76% | $3,640 | $198,800 |
| Ionia County | 1.00% | $2,237 | $198,500 |
| Iosco County | 0.88% | $1,359 | $142,200 |
| Iron County | 1.05% | $1,467 | $109,100 |
| Isabella County | 1.17% | $2,276 | $170,400 |
| Jackson County | 1.11% | $2,432 | $193,700 |
| Kalamazoo County | 1.35% | $3,498 | $241,800 |
| Kalkaska County | 0.88% | $1,646 | $188,900 |
| Kent County | 1.05% | $3,217 | $289,900 |
| Keweenaw County | 1.00% | $1,689 | $169,800 |
| Lake County | 0.81% | $1,456 | $133,900 |
| Lapeer County | 0.81% | $2,202 | $239,000 |
| Leelanau County | 0.66% | $3,118 | $458,400 |
| Lenawee County | 1.15% | $2,492 | $196,800 |
| Livingston County | 0.95% | $3,454 | $356,800 |
| Luce County | 0.77% | $1,097 | $112,000 |
| Mackinac County | 0.86% | $1,863 | $174,500 |
| Macomb County | 1.23% | $3,404 | $243,900 |
| Manistee County | 0.91% | $1,898 | $182,200 |
| Marquette County | 0.99% | $2,109 | $216,500 |
| Mason County | 0.98% | $2,334 | $219,600 |
| Mecosta County | 0.93% | $1,778 | $178,900 |
| Menominee County | 0.93% | $1,537 | $151,800 |
| Midland County | 1.39% | $2,875 | $195,400 |
| Missaukee County | 0.83% | $1,675 | $170,400 |
| Monroe County | 1.04% | $2,648 | $228,900 |
| Montcalm County | 0.99% | $1,876 | $185,500 |
| Montmorency County | 0.84% | $1,364 | $158,600 |
| Muskegon County | 1.10% | $2,348 | $198,300 |
| Newaygo County | 0.98% | $2,055 | $186,700 |
| Oakland County | 1.25% | $4,371 | $343,600 |
| Oceana County | 0.82% | $1,914 | $190,100 |
| Ogemaw County | 0.91% | $1,464 | $154,900 |
| Ontonagon County | 1.13% | $1,294 | $111,700 |
| Osceola County | 0.91% | $1,584 | $155,400 |
| Oscoda County | 0.79% | $1,177 | $125,500 |
| Otsego County | 0.77% | $1,755 | $219,700 |
| Ottawa County | 1.03% | $3,313 | $323,400 |
| Presque Isle County | 0.85% | $1,432 | $151,300 |
| Roscommon County | 0.89% | $1,604 | $158,700 |
| Saginaw County | 1.34% | $2,284 | $152,800 |
| Sanilac County | 0.80% | $1,520 | $168,300 |
| Schoolcraft County | 0.89% | $1,407 | $141,800 |
| Shiawassee County | 1.12% | $2,251 | $171,600 |
| St. Clair County | 1.04% | $2,562 | $224,600 |
| St. Joseph County | 1.01% | $1,959 | $178,300 |
| Tuscola County | 1.09% | $1,812 | $149,500 |
| Van Buren County | 1.11% | $2,536 | $206,500 |
| Washtenaw County | 1.46% | $5,678 | $374,100 |
| Wayne County | 1.47% | $2,904 | $178,500 |
| Wexford County | 1.06% | $1,927 | $170,400 |
Michigan property tax FAQs
What is the average property tax rate in Michigan?
Michigan's average effective property tax rate is 1.19% of home value, which ranks #14 of 51 among the states and DC (#1 is highest). Source: Tax Foundation 2025 (ACS 2020-2024 median taxes paid / median home value).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 home in Michigan?
At the Michigan average of 1.19%, about $4,760 a year. By county it ranges from about $2,640 in Leelanau County (0.66%) to about $7,040 in Ingham County (1.76%).
Which Michigan county has the highest property tax rate?
Ingham County has the highest average effective rate in the dataset at 1.76%. Leelanau County has the lowest at 0.66%. Source: Tax Foundation 2025 (ACS 2020-2024 median taxes paid / median home value).
How can I lower my Michigan property tax bill?
The main lever is your assessed value. If it is higher than what similar nearby homes sell for, you can appeal it, and also check whether you qualify for exemptions. Appeals are filed by the homeowner with the county or local board, and deadlines vary by county.
Appealing in Michigan? See the Michigan county appeal guides →
Source: Tax Foundation 2025 (ACS 2020-2024 median taxes paid / median home value), taxfoundation.org. Estimates are not tax bills. Grove Hopper is a research tool with reminders and document preparation, not attorneys, accountants or a tax firm.