Van Buren County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 24,218.
The median annual property tax in Van Buren County is $2,444, which is 16% higher than the Michigan state average and 27% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $189,900. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,444
+16% vs State
+27% vs US
Median Home Value
$189,900
+4% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
+10% vs State
+36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,534
$211/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,290
$191/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 | $2,444 +2.9% | 1.29% |
| 2022 | $2,376 +8.7% | 1.38% |
| 2021 | $2,185 +3.4% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $2,114 +2.4% | 1.43% |
| 2019 | $2,064 | 1.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,902
per year
Monthly Tax
$204
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Marquette County
Tax: $2,019/yr Rate: 1.00%
Roscommon County
Tax: $1,552/yr Rate: 1.05%
Washtenaw County
Tax: $5,505/yr Rate: 1.56%
Oscoda County
Tax: $1,182/yr Rate: 0.94%
Alpena County
Tax: $1,556/yr Rate: 1.13%
Crawford County
Tax: $1,639/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Van Buren County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Van Buren County is $2,444 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $189,900.
How does Van Buren County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Van Buren County are 27% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Van Buren County? ▼
In Van Buren County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,534 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,290. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Van Buren County? ▼
Property taxes in Van Buren County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $66,902. 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.