Alger County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 2,941.
The median annual property tax in Alger County is $1,652, which is 21% lower than the Michigan state average and 14% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $165,700. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,652
-21% vs State
-14% vs US
Median Home Value
$165,700
-9% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.00%
-15% vs State
+5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,787
$149/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,504
$125/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,652 +5.1% | 1.00% |
| 2022 | $1,572 +7.2% | 1.00% |
| 2021 | $1,466 +2.2% | 1.02% |
| 2020 | $1,435 -1.6% | 1.01% |
| 2019 | $1,458 | 1.07% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,406
per year
Monthly Tax
$138
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
St. Clair County
Tax: $2,493/yr Rate: 1.17%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,353/yr Rate: 1.29%
Ottawa County
Tax: $3,078/yr Rate: 1.06%
Iron County
Tax: $1,459/yr Rate: 1.44%
Lake County
Tax: $1,413/yr Rate: 1.15%
Baraga County
Tax: $1,666/yr Rate: 1.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Alger County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Alger County is $1,652 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $165,700.
How does Alger County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Alger County are 14% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.00% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Alger County? ▼
In Alger County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,787 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,504. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Alger County? ▼
Property taxes in Alger County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $59,406. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.