Muskegon County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 52,525.
The median annual property tax in Muskegon County is $2,280, which is 8% higher than the Michigan state average and 19% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $180,900. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,280
+8% vs State
+19% vs US
Median Home Value
$180,900
-1% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
+8% vs State
+33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,364
$197/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,140
$178/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 | $2,280 +3.4% | 1.26% |
| 2022 | $2,204 +6.5% | 1.36% |
| 2021 | $2,069 +5.3% | 1.49% |
| 2020 | $1,965 +3.9% | 1.55% |
| 2019 | $1,891 | 1.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,495
per year
Monthly Tax
$190
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Schoolcraft County
Tax: $1,348/yr Rate: 1.09%
Alcona County
Tax: $1,322/yr Rate: 0.84%
Alpena County
Tax: $1,556/yr Rate: 1.13%
Sanilac County
Tax: $1,488/yr Rate: 0.92%
Saginaw County
Tax: $2,190/yr Rate: 1.57%
Cass County
Tax: $1,972/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Muskegon County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Muskegon County is $2,280 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $180,900.
How does Muskegon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Muskegon County are 19% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.26% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Muskegon County? ▼
In Muskegon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,364 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,140. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Muskegon County? ▼
Property taxes in Muskegon County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $63,495. 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.