Monroe County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 50,732.
The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $2,492, which is 19% higher than the Michigan state average and 30% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $215,700. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,492
+19% vs State
+30% vs US
Median Home Value
$215,700
+18% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.16%
-1% vs State
+22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,585
$215/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 | $2,492 +4.4% | 1.16% |
| 2022 | $2,387 +6.8% | 1.18% |
| 2021 | $2,235 +3.9% | 1.28% |
| 2020 | $2,151 +4.1% | 1.28% |
| 2019 | $2,066 | 1.28% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,272
per year
Monthly Tax
$208
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Houghton County
Tax: $1,780/yr Rate: 1.27%
Manistee County
Tax: $1,814/yr Rate: 1.09%
Barry County
Tax: $2,706/yr Rate: 1.11%
Delta County
Tax: $1,658/yr Rate: 1.13%
Huron County
Tax: $1,754/yr Rate: 1.24%
Allegan County
Tax: $2,799/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Monroe County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $2,492 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $215,700.
How does Monroe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Monroe County are 30% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.16% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Monroe County? ▼
In Monroe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,585 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 Monroe County? ▼
Property taxes in Monroe County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $75,272. 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.