Baraga County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 2,568.
The median annual property tax in Baraga County is $1,666, which is 21% lower than the Michigan state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.34% on a median home value of $124,400. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,666
-21% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$124,400
-32% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.34%
+15% vs State
+41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,844
$154/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,539
$128/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 | $1,666 -2.9% | 1.34% |
| 2022 | $1,716 +5.9% | 1.41% |
| 2021 | $1,621 -3.6% | 1.51% |
| 2020 | $1,681 +8.5% | 1.55% |
| 2019 | $1,549 | 1.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,117
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Dickinson County
Tax: $1,917/yr Rate: 1.47%
Genesee County
Tax: $2,417/yr Rate: 1.40%
Midland County
Tax: $2,771/yr Rate: 1.50%
Iosco County
Tax: $1,304/yr Rate: 1.06%
Menominee County
Tax: $1,470/yr Rate: 1.03%
Leelanau County
Tax: $2,856/yr Rate: 0.70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Baraga County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Baraga County is $1,666 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.34% on a median home value of $124,400.
How does Baraga County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Baraga County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.34% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Baraga County? ▼
In Baraga County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,844 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,539. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Baraga County? ▼
Property taxes in Baraga County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $55,117. 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.