Washtenaw County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 91,988.
The median annual property tax in Washtenaw County is $5,505, which is 162% higher than the Michigan state average and 186% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $353,000. Property taxes represent 6.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,505
+162% vs State
+186% vs US
Median Home Value
$353,000
+94% vs State
+67% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.56%
+33% vs State
+64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,646
$471/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,218
$435/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 | $5,505 +4.8% | 1.56% |
| 2022 | $5,255 +9.9% | 1.56% |
| 2021 | $4,782 +4.4% | 1.63% |
| 2020 | $4,582 +3.1% | 1.65% |
| 2019 | $4,444 | 1.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$87,156
per year
Monthly Tax
$459
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Menominee County
Tax: $1,470/yr Rate: 1.03%
Gladwin County
Tax: $1,813/yr Rate: 1.18%
Osceola County
Tax: $1,478/yr Rate: 1.06%
Alcona County
Tax: $1,322/yr Rate: 0.84%
Antrim County
Tax: $2,033/yr Rate: 0.91%
Iosco County
Tax: $1,304/yr Rate: 1.06%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washtenaw County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washtenaw County is $5,505 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $353,000.
How does Washtenaw County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washtenaw County are 186% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washtenaw County? ▼
In Washtenaw County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,646 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,218. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washtenaw County? ▼
Property taxes in Washtenaw County represent approximately 6.3% of the median household income of $87,156. 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.