Oakland County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 382,057.
The median annual property tax in Oakland County is $4,241, which is 102% higher than the Michigan state average and 121% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $320,400. Property taxes represent 4.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,241
+102% vs State
+121% vs US
Median Home Value
$320,400
+76% vs State
+51% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.32%
+13% vs State
+39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,430
$369/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,893
$324/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 | $4,241 +2.8% | 1.32% |
| 2022 | $4,124 +7.2% | 1.36% |
| 2021 | $3,848 +4.0% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $3,700 +1.7% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $3,638 | 1.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$95,296
per year
Monthly Tax
$353
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Clinton County
Tax: $3,048/yr Rate: 1.25%
Lapeer County
Tax: $2,185/yr Rate: 0.95%
Hillsdale County
Tax: $1,644/yr Rate: 0.96%
Lenawee County
Tax: $2,412/yr Rate: 1.33%
Charlevoix County
Tax: $2,408/yr Rate: 0.99%
Eaton County
Tax: $2,924/yr Rate: 1.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Oakland County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Oakland County is $4,241 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $320,400.
How does Oakland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Oakland County are 121% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Oakland County? ▼
In Oakland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,430 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,893. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Oakland County? ▼
Property taxes in Oakland County represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $95,296. 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.