Berrien County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 46,311.
The median annual property tax in Berrien County is $2,357, which is 12% higher than the Michigan state average and 23% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $211,400. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,357
+12% vs State
+23% vs US
Median Home Value
$211,400
+16% vs State
+0% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.11%
-5% vs State
+17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,447
$204/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,224
$185/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 | $2,357 +5.7% | 1.11% |
| 2022 | $2,230 +9.7% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $2,032 +4.0% | 1.23% |
| 2020 | $1,953 +2.7% | 1.24% |
| 2019 | $1,901 | 1.26% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,152
per year
Monthly Tax
$196
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Midland County
Tax: $2,771/yr Rate: 1.50%
Grand Traverse County
Tax: $2,900/yr Rate: 0.98%
Gladwin County
Tax: $1,813/yr Rate: 1.18%
Wexford County
Tax: $1,868/yr Rate: 1.17%
Roscommon County
Tax: $1,552/yr Rate: 1.05%
Delta County
Tax: $1,658/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Berrien County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Berrien County is $2,357 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $211,400.
How does Berrien County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Berrien County are 23% 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 Berrien County? ▼
In Berrien County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,447 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,224. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Berrien County? ▼
Property taxes in Berrien County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $63,152. 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.