Saginaw County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 57,042.
The median annual property tax in Saginaw County is $2,190, which is 4% higher than the Michigan state average and 14% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $139,400. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,190
+4% vs State
+14% vs US
Median Home Value
$139,400
-24% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.57%
+34% vs State
+65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,314
$193/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,045
$170/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 | $2,190 +8.4% | 1.57% |
| 2022 | $2,021 +7.2% | 1.54% |
| 2021 | $1,885 +4.4% | 1.65% |
| 2020 | $1,805 +0.8% | 1.70% |
| 2019 | $1,790 | 1.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,347
per year
Monthly Tax
$183
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Lake County
Tax: $1,413/yr Rate: 1.15%
Berrien County
Tax: $2,357/yr Rate: 1.11%
Branch County
Tax: $1,813/yr Rate: 1.23%
Ottawa County
Tax: $3,078/yr Rate: 1.06%
Lapeer County
Tax: $2,185/yr Rate: 0.95%
St. Clair County
Tax: $2,493/yr Rate: 1.17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Saginaw County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Saginaw County is $2,190 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $139,400.
How does Saginaw County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Saginaw County are 14% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Saginaw County? ▼
In Saginaw County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,314 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,045. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Saginaw County? ▼
Property taxes in Saginaw County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $58,347. 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.