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Michigan Property Tax Estimator

Estimate property tax for any county in Michigan, based on median effective rates from the US Census Bureau. Covers 83 counties.

Lowest county rate

0.66%

Leelanau County

Highest county rate

1.76%

Ingham County

Counties covered

83

Data vintage

2024

Alcona County median effective rate0.81%
County median tax paid (2024)$1,341
Rates updated for June 2026

Estimated property tax for a $300,000 home in Alcona County

Estimated annual

$2,430

Estimated monthly

$203

This is an estimate based on the county median effective rate, not a precise tax bill. Your actual property tax depends on your home's assessed value, local mill rate, and any exemptions you qualify for.

This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation. Rates last verified June 2026.

Verify rates on Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle Fritts

Michigan property tax rates by county

Sorted highest to lowest median effective rate. Source: Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle Fritts.

CountyMedian tax paidMedian effective rateYoY change
Ingham County$3,6401.76%+1.2%
Wayne County$2,9041.47%+0.8%
Washtenaw County$5,6781.46%+0.1%
Midland County$2,8751.39%+0.6%
Kalamazoo County$3,4981.35%+0.5%
Calhoun County$2,3681.34%+1.2%
Eaton County$3,0671.34%+1.7%
Saginaw County$2,2841.34%+1.2%
Bay County$2,2711.31%-0.1%
Genesee County$2,4871.25%-0.2%
Oakland County$4,3711.25%0.0%
Macomb County$3,4041.23%+0.3%
Gogebic County$1,5351.22%+0.1%
Clinton County$3,1851.19%+1.4%
Isabella County$2,2761.17%+1.3%
Dickinson County$1,9401.15%-1.8%
Lenawee County$2,4921.15%+0.2%
Houghton County$1,8581.13%+1.3%
Ontonagon County$1,2941.13%+0.9%
Chippewa County$2,0381.12%+0.3%
Shiawassee County$2,2511.12%-1.4%
Jackson County$2,4321.11%+0.3%
Van Buren County$2,5361.11%+0.7%
Gratiot County$1,8261.10%+1.9%
Muskegon County$2,3481.10%-0.1%
Tuscola County$1,8121.09%+0.3%
Huron County$1,8291.07%+1.2%
Delta County$1,7711.06%+3.6%
Wexford County$1,9271.06%+0.1%
Iron County$1,4671.05%-2.5%
Kent County$3,2171.05%+3.1%
Monroe County$2,6481.04%+3.1%
St. Clair County$2,5621.04%-0.3%
Ottawa County$3,3131.03%+4.4%
Berrien County$2,4291.02%0.0%
Alpena County$1,6391.01%+2.2%
Branch County$1,8791.01%+0.5%
Gladwin County$1,8671.01%-0.1%
St. Joseph County$1,9591.01%+1.8%
Allegan County$2,8841.00%0.0%
Arenac County$1,7071.00%-1.2%
Crawford County$1,7341.00%+2.6%
Ionia County$2,2371.00%-1.9%
Keweenaw County$1,6891.00%-3.8%
Clare County$1,4890.99%+4.1%
Marquette County$2,1090.99%+1.3%
Montcalm County$1,8760.99%-1.7%
Mason County$2,3340.98%+2.8%
Newaygo County$2,0550.98%-2.9%
Barry County$2,7690.96%-0.7%
Livingston County$3,4540.95%+2.5%
Cass County$2,1160.93%+4.1%
Mecosta County$1,7780.93%+1.9%
Menominee County$1,5370.93%+1.4%
Hillsdale County$1,7380.91%+2.6%
Manistee County$1,8980.91%+1.5%
Ogemaw County$1,4640.91%+0.2%
Osceola County$1,5840.91%+4.0%
Alger County$1,6560.89%-2.8%
Roscommon County$1,6040.89%+0.3%
Schoolcraft County$1,4070.89%+1.2%
Iosco County$1,3590.88%+1.1%
Kalkaska County$1,6460.88%+3.3%
Cheboygan County$1,7040.87%+1.7%
Baraga County$1,6790.86%-2.2%
Mackinac County$1,8630.86%+5.1%
Presque Isle County$1,4320.85%+0.5%
Charlevoix County$2,4930.84%+0.4%
Grand Traverse County$3,0100.84%+0.7%
Montmorency County$1,3640.84%+1.1%
Missaukee County$1,6750.83%+1.6%
Emmet County$2,6340.82%+2.5%
Oceana County$1,9140.82%-3.1%
Alcona County$1,3410.81%-1.6%
Lake County$1,4560.81%0.0%
Lapeer County$2,2020.81%-2.2%
Antrim County$2,1570.80%+2.9%
Sanilac County$1,5200.80%-0.9%
Oscoda County$1,1770.79%-3.4%
Benzie County$2,2620.77%+3.6%
Luce County$1,0970.77%-5.1%
Otsego County$1,7550.77%-2.8%
Leelanau County$3,1180.66%+5.9%

Median effective rate = total real estate taxes paid ÷ total home value, for owner-occupied housing (2024 American Community Survey). YoY change is the inflation-adjusted change in taxes paid, 2023–2024. "N/A" indicates the Census Bureau's sample size was too small for a reliable county-level estimate.

Frequently asked questions

What is the property tax rate in Michigan?
Michigan's effective property tax rate varies significantly by county — from about 0.66% in Leelanau County to about 1.76% in Ingham County. This is based on the median amount homeowners actually pay relative to their home's value (US Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey), not a single statutory rate. Select your county above to see its specific median rate.
What county has the highest property tax rate in Michigan?
Ingham County has the highest median effective property tax rate in Michigan, at approximately 1.76%. This means homeowners there typically pay about 1.76% of their home's value in property tax each year, based on US Census Bureau data. Actual bills vary by individual assessment and any exemptions.
What county has the lowest property tax rate in Michigan?
Leelanau County has the lowest median effective property tax rate in Michigan, at approximately 0.66%. This means homeowners there typically pay about 0.66% of their home's value in property tax each year, based on US Census Bureau data. Actual bills vary by individual assessment and any exemptions.
Why is this an estimate and not my exact property tax bill?
Property tax in Michigan, like everywhere in the US, is calculated using your home's assessed value and the local mill rate set by your county, city, and school district — not a flat statewide percentage. Our estimator uses the county median effective rate (what a typical homeowner actually pays, relative to home value) to give you a reasonable estimate. Your actual bill depends on your specific assessment and any exemptions you qualify for.