Benzie County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 6,557.
The median annual property tax in Benzie County is $2,119, which is 1% higher than the Michigan state average and 10% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $254,400. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,119
+1% vs State
+10% vs US
Median Home Value
$254,400
+40% vs State
+20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
-29% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,025
$169/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,278
$190/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 | $2,119 +3.2% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $2,053 +9.3% | 0.84% |
| 2021 | $1,878 +5.1% | 0.89% |
| 2020 | $1,787 +3.7% | 0.91% |
| 2019 | $1,723 | 0.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,603
per year
Monthly Tax
$177
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Midland County
Tax: $2,771/yr Rate: 1.50%
Ogemaw County
Tax: $1,417/yr Rate: 1.02%
Muskegon County
Tax: $2,280/yr Rate: 1.26%
Alcona County
Tax: $1,322/yr Rate: 0.84%
Leelanau County
Tax: $2,856/yr Rate: 0.70%
Berrien County
Tax: $2,357/yr Rate: 1.11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Benzie County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Benzie County is $2,119 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $254,400.
How does Benzie County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Benzie County are 10% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.83% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Benzie County? ▼
In Benzie County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,025 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,278. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Benzie County? ▼
Property taxes in Benzie County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $72,603. 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.