Eaton County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 33,492.
The median annual property tax in Eaton County is $2,924, which is 39% higher than the Michigan state average and 52% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.41% on a median home value of $206,700. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,924
+39% vs State
+52% vs US
Median Home Value
$206,700
+13% vs State
-2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.41%
+21% vs State
+48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,966
$247/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,842
$237/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 | $2,924 +1.9% | 1.41% |
| 2022 | $2,870 +6.1% | 1.48% |
| 2021 | $2,705 +4.7% | 1.59% |
| 2020 | $2,583 +0.9% | 1.61% |
| 2019 | $2,559 | 1.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,025
per year
Monthly Tax
$244
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Crawford County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.09%
Chippewa County
Tax: $1,972/yr Rate: 1.29%
Presque Isle County
Tax: $1,382/yr Rate: 1.02%
Muskegon County
Tax: $2,280/yr Rate: 1.26%
Washtenaw County
Tax: $5,505/yr Rate: 1.56%
Barry County
Tax: $2,706/yr Rate: 1.11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Eaton County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Eaton County is $2,924 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.41% on a median home value of $206,700.
How does Eaton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Eaton County are 52% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Eaton County? ▼
In Eaton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,966 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,842. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Eaton County? ▼
Property taxes in Eaton County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $78,025. 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.