Arenac County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 5,502.
The median annual property tax in Arenac County is $1,676, which is 20% lower than the Michigan state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.30% on a median home value of $129,000. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,676
-20% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$129,000
-29% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.30%
+11% vs State
+37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,780
$148/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,554
$130/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 | $1,676 +7.9% | 1.30% |
| 2022 | $1,553 +8.2% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | $1,435 +2.1% | 1.38% |
| 2020 | $1,405 +1.8% | 1.42% |
| 2019 | $1,380 | 1.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,989
per year
Monthly Tax
$140
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Emmet County
Tax: $2,492/yr Rate: 0.91%
Houghton County
Tax: $1,780/yr Rate: 1.27%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,353/yr Rate: 1.29%
Charlevoix County
Tax: $2,408/yr Rate: 0.99%
Huron County
Tax: $1,754/yr Rate: 1.24%
Saginaw County
Tax: $2,190/yr Rate: 1.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Arenac County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Arenac County is $1,676 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.30% on a median home value of $129,000.
How does Arenac County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Arenac County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.30% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Arenac County? ▼
In Arenac County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,780 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,554. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Arenac County? ▼
Property taxes in Arenac County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $56,989. 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.