Lenawee County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 30,517.
The median annual property tax in Lenawee County is $2,412, which is 15% higher than the Michigan state average and 25% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $181,100. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,412
+15% vs State
+25% vs US
Median Home Value
$181,100
-1% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.33%
+14% vs State
+40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,461
$205/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,324
$194/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 | $2,412 +2.9% | 1.33% |
| 2022 | $2,343 +7.1% | 1.39% |
| 2021 | $2,188 +3.1% | 1.45% |
| 2020 | $2,122 +0.3% | 1.48% |
| 2019 | $2,116 | 1.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,013
per year
Monthly Tax
$201
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Shiawassee County
Tax: $2,214/yr Rate: 1.35%
Oakland County
Tax: $4,241/yr Rate: 1.32%
Houghton County
Tax: $1,780/yr Rate: 1.27%
Midland County
Tax: $2,771/yr Rate: 1.50%
Livingston County
Tax: $3,269/yr Rate: 0.99%
Leelanau County
Tax: $2,856/yr Rate: 0.70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lenawee County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lenawee County is $2,412 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $181,100.
How does Lenawee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lenawee County are 25% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lenawee County? ▼
In Lenawee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,461 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,324. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lenawee County? ▼
Property taxes in Lenawee County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $67,013. 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.