Emmet County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 11,214.
The median annual property tax in Emmet County is $2,492, which is 19% higher than the Michigan state average and 30% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $275,300. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,492
+19% vs State
+30% vs US
Median Home Value
$275,300
+51% vs State
+30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.91%
-22% vs State
-4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,383
$199/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,663
$222/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 | $2,492 +4.3% | 0.91% |
| 2022 | $2,390 +8.0% | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $2,212 +3.3% | 1.02% |
| 2020 | $2,142 +6.0% | 1.04% |
| 2019 | $2,020 | 1.08% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,724
per year
Monthly Tax
$208
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Shiawassee County
Tax: $2,214/yr Rate: 1.35%
Manistee County
Tax: $1,814/yr Rate: 1.09%
Clinton County
Tax: $3,048/yr Rate: 1.25%
Huron County
Tax: $1,754/yr Rate: 1.24%
Muskegon County
Tax: $2,280/yr Rate: 1.26%
Montmorency County
Tax: $1,309/yr Rate: 0.92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Emmet County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Emmet County is $2,492 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $275,300.
How does Emmet County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Emmet County are 30% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.91% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Emmet County? ▼
In Emmet County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,383 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,663. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Emmet County? ▼
Property taxes in Emmet County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $73,724. 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.