Ingham County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 69,412.
The median annual property tax in Ingham County is $3,488, which is 66% higher than the Michigan state average and 81% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.86% on a median home value of $187,500. Property taxes represent 5.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,488
+66% vs State
+81% vs US
Median Home Value
$187,500
+3% vs State
-11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.86%
+59% vs State
+96% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,567
$297/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,328
$277/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 | $3,488 +4.2% | 1.86% |
| 2022 | $3,346 +8.5% | 1.93% |
| 2021 | $3,084 +4.2% | 2.01% |
| 2020 | $2,960 +2.9% | 2.06% |
| 2019 | $2,876 | 2.12% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,354
per year
Monthly Tax
$291
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Branch County
Tax: $1,813/yr Rate: 1.23%
Newaygo County
Tax: $2,052/yr Rate: 1.15%
Hillsdale County
Tax: $1,644/yr Rate: 0.96%
Montcalm County
Tax: $1,851/yr Rate: 1.08%
Genesee County
Tax: $2,417/yr Rate: 1.40%
Ogemaw County
Tax: $1,417/yr Rate: 1.02%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ingham County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ingham County is $3,488 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.86% on a median home value of $187,500.
How does Ingham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ingham County are 81% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.86% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ingham County? ▼
In Ingham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,567 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,328. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ingham County? ▼
Property taxes in Ingham County represent approximately 5.4% of the median household income of $64,354. 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.