Manistee County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 8,865.
The median annual property tax in Manistee County is $1,814, which is 14% lower than the Michigan state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $166,600. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,814
-14% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$166,600
-9% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.09%
-7% vs State
+15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,967
$164/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,633
$136/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 | $1,814 -1.0% | 1.09% |
| 2022 | $1,832 +7.6% | 1.16% |
| 2021 | $1,702 +3.8% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $1,640 +1.0% | 1.25% |
| 2019 | $1,624 | 1.30% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,879
per year
Monthly Tax
$151
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Wexford County
Tax: $1,868/yr Rate: 1.17%
Clinton County
Tax: $3,048/yr Rate: 1.25%
Barry County
Tax: $2,706/yr Rate: 1.11%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,353/yr Rate: 1.29%
Branch County
Tax: $1,813/yr Rate: 1.23%
Macomb County
Tax: $3,293/yr Rate: 1.42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Manistee County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Manistee County is $1,814 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $166,600.
How does Manistee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Manistee County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.09% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Manistee County? ▼
In Manistee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,967 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,633. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Manistee County? ▼
Property taxes in Manistee County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $60,879. 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.