Shiawassee County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 21,905.
The median annual property tax in Shiawassee County is $2,214, which is 5% higher than the Michigan state average and 15% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.35% on a median home value of $164,600. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,214
+5% vs State
+15% vs US
Median Home Value
$164,600
-10% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.35%
+15% vs State
+42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,231
$186/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,192
$183/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 | $2,214 +7.3% | 1.35% |
| 2022 | $2,064 +11.3% | 1.36% |
| 2021 | $1,855 +2.3% | 1.38% |
| 2020 | $1,814 +2.3% | 1.42% |
| 2019 | $1,773 | 1.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,464
per year
Monthly Tax
$185
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Huron County
Tax: $1,754/yr Rate: 1.24%
Iosco County
Tax: $1,304/yr Rate: 1.06%
Otsego County
Tax: $1,751/yr Rate: 0.89%
Ionia County
Tax: $2,211/yr Rate: 1.17%
Delta County
Tax: $1,658/yr Rate: 1.13%
Berrien County
Tax: $2,357/yr Rate: 1.11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Shiawassee County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Shiawassee County is $2,214 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.35% on a median home value of $164,600.
How does Shiawassee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Shiawassee County are 15% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.35% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Shiawassee County? ▼
In Shiawassee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,231 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,192. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Shiawassee County? ▼
Property taxes in Shiawassee County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $64,464. 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.