Leelanau County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 8,548.
The median annual property tax in Leelanau County is $2,856, which is 36% higher than the Michigan state average and 49% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $406,900. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,856
+36% vs State
+49% vs US
Median Home Value
$406,900
+123% vs State
+92% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.70%
-40% vs State
-26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,700
$225/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,191
$266/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 | $2,856 +8.3% | 0.70% |
| 2022 | $2,636 +5.9% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $2,489 +4.1% | 0.82% |
| 2020 | $2,390 +5.3% | 0.84% |
| 2019 | $2,269 | 0.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$91,943
per year
Monthly Tax
$238
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Montcalm County
Tax: $1,851/yr Rate: 1.08%
Gladwin County
Tax: $1,813/yr Rate: 1.18%
Keweenaw County
Tax: $1,704/yr Rate: 0.94%
Macomb County
Tax: $3,293/yr Rate: 1.42%
Alcona County
Tax: $1,322/yr Rate: 0.84%
Emmet County
Tax: $2,492/yr Rate: 0.91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Leelanau County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Leelanau County is $2,856 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $406,900.
How does Leelanau County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Leelanau County are 49% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Leelanau County? ▼
In Leelanau County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,700 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,191. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Leelanau County? ▼
Property taxes in Leelanau County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $91,943. 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.