Barry County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 21,017.
The median annual property tax in Barry County is $2,706, which is 29% higher than the Michigan state average and 41% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $243,700. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,706
+29% vs State
+41% vs US
Median Home Value
$243,700
+34% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.11%
-5% vs State
+17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,794
$233/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,543
$212/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 | $2,706 +3.4% | 1.11% |
| 2022 | $2,617 +5.4% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | $2,482 +7.8% | 1.33% |
| 2020 | $2,303 +12.3% | 1.34% |
| 2019 | $2,050 | 1.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,873
per year
Monthly Tax
$226
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Ottawa County
Tax: $3,078/yr Rate: 1.06%
Schoolcraft County
Tax: $1,348/yr Rate: 1.09%
Wexford County
Tax: $1,868/yr Rate: 1.17%
Alcona County
Tax: $1,322/yr Rate: 0.84%
Cheboygan County
Tax: $1,625/yr Rate: 0.93%
Keweenaw County
Tax: $1,704/yr Rate: 0.94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Barry County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Barry County is $2,706 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $243,700.
How does Barry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Barry County are 41% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.11% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Barry County? ▼
In Barry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,794 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,543. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Barry County? ▼
Property taxes in Barry County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $77,873. 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.