Mecosta County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 12,383.
The median annual property tax in Mecosta County is $1,692, which is 20% lower than the Michigan state average and 12% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $169,900. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,692
-20% vs State
-12% vs US
Median Home Value
$169,900
-7% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.00%
-15% vs State
+5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,802
$150/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,561
$130/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 | $1,692 +5.2% | 1.00% |
| 2022 | $1,609 +9.1% | 1.05% |
| 2021 | $1,475 +1.7% | 1.12% |
| 2020 | $1,451 +0.7% | 1.18% |
| 2019 | $1,441 | 1.19% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,774
per year
Monthly Tax
$141
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Lapeer County
Tax: $2,185/yr Rate: 0.95%
Ontonagon County
Tax: $1,244/yr Rate: 1.23%
Benzie County
Tax: $2,119/yr Rate: 0.83%
Luce County
Tax: $1,121/yr Rate: 1.02%
Alcona County
Tax: $1,322/yr Rate: 0.84%
Washtenaw County
Tax: $5,505/yr Rate: 1.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mecosta County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mecosta County is $1,692 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $169,900.
How does Mecosta County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mecosta County are 12% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.00% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mecosta County? ▼
In Mecosta County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,802 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,561. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mecosta County? ▼
Property taxes in Mecosta County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $57,774. 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.