Gratiot County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 11,442.
The median annual property tax in Gratiot County is $1,739, which is 17% lower than the Michigan state average and 10% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $136,800. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,739
-17% vs State
-10% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,800
-25% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.27%
+9% vs State
+34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,810
$151/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,605
$134/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 | $1,739 +3.6% | 1.27% |
| 2022 | $1,679 +12.7% | 1.33% |
| 2021 | $1,490 -0.1% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $1,492 +3.0% | 1.53% |
| 2019 | $1,449 | 1.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,128
per year
Monthly Tax
$145
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Shiawassee County
Tax: $2,214/yr Rate: 1.35%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,353/yr Rate: 1.29%
Ontonagon County
Tax: $1,244/yr Rate: 1.23%
Alpena County
Tax: $1,556/yr Rate: 1.13%
Baraga County
Tax: $1,666/yr Rate: 1.34%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gratiot County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gratiot County is $1,739 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $136,800.
How does Gratiot County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gratiot County are 10% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.27% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gratiot County? ▼
In Gratiot County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,810 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,605. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gratiot County? ▼
Property taxes in Gratiot County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $61,128. 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.