Keweenaw County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 1,000.
The median annual property tax in Keweenaw County is $1,704, which is 19% lower than the Michigan state average and 11% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $181,400. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,704
-19% vs State
-11% vs US
Median Home Value
$181,400
+0% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.94%
-20% vs State
-1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,981
$165/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,320
$110/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 | $1,704 +10.8% | 0.94% |
| 2022 | $1,538 +3.2% | 0.99% |
| 2021 | $1,490 -7.2% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $1,605 +12.6% | 1.13% |
| 2019 | $1,426 | 1.18% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,893
per year
Monthly Tax
$142
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Kalkaska County
Tax: $1,545/yr Rate: 0.89%
Muskegon County
Tax: $2,280/yr Rate: 1.26%
Osceola County
Tax: $1,478/yr Rate: 1.06%
Chippewa County
Tax: $1,972/yr Rate: 1.29%
Gratiot County
Tax: $1,739/yr Rate: 1.27%
Lake County
Tax: $1,413/yr Rate: 1.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Keweenaw County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Keweenaw County is $1,704 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $181,400.
How does Keweenaw County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Keweenaw County are 11% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.94% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Keweenaw County? ▼
In Keweenaw County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,981 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,320. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Keweenaw County? ▼
Property taxes in Keweenaw County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $53,893. 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.