10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Michigan
If you are comparing property taxes across Michigan, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Ingham County, comes in at 1.86% — 0.58% higher than the Michigan average (1.28%). The statewide effective rate is 1.28%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ingham County | 1.86% | $3,488 | $187,500 |
| 2 | Wayne County | 1.64% | $2,794 | $170,200 |
| 3 | Bay County | 1.63% | $2,205 | $135,100 |
| 4 | Saginaw County | 1.57% | $2,190 | $139,400 |
| 5 | Washtenaw County | 1.56% | $5,505 | $353,000 |
| 6 | Midland County | 1.50% | $2,771 | $184,300 |
| 7 | Calhoun County | 1.50% | $2,269 | $151,500 |
| 8 | Gogebic County | 1.49% | $1,488 | $99,700 |
| 9 | Kalamazoo County | 1.48% | $3,378 | $227,500 |
| 10 | Dickinson County | 1.47% | $1,917 | $130,300 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Michigan often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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