Roscommon County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 9,679.
The median annual property tax in Roscommon County is $1,552, which is 26% lower than the Michigan state average and 19% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $148,000. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,552
-26% vs State
-19% vs US
Median Home Value
$148,000
-19% vs State
-30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.05%
-10% vs State
+11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,679
$140/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,462
$122/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 | $1,552 +6.2% | 1.05% |
| 2022 | $1,462 +4.9% | 1.10% |
| 2021 | $1,394 +4.5% | 1.18% |
| 2020 | $1,334 +3.8% | 1.20% |
| 2019 | $1,285 | 1.19% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,106
per year
Monthly Tax
$129
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Ionia County
Tax: $2,211/yr Rate: 1.17%
Cheboygan County
Tax: $1,625/yr Rate: 0.93%
Manistee County
Tax: $1,814/yr Rate: 1.09%
Wayne County
Tax: $2,794/yr Rate: 1.64%
Schoolcraft County
Tax: $1,348/yr Rate: 1.09%
Washtenaw County
Tax: $5,505/yr Rate: 1.56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Roscommon County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Roscommon County is $1,552 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $148,000.
How does Roscommon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Roscommon County are 19% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.05% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Roscommon County? ▼
In Roscommon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,679 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,462. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Roscommon County? ▼
Property taxes in Roscommon County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $54,106. 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.