Allegan County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 38,711.
The median annual property tax in Allegan County is $2,799, which is 33% higher than the Michigan state average and 46% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $247,000. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,799
+33% vs State
+46% vs US
Median Home Value
$247,000
+36% vs State
+17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
-3% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,819
$235/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,767
$231/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 | $2,799 +4.7% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $2,673 +8.9% | 1.19% |
| 2021 | $2,455 +4.0% | 1.29% |
| 2020 | $2,360 +4.4% | 1.36% |
| 2019 | $2,261 | 1.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,255
per year
Monthly Tax
$233
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Mason County
Tax: $2,203/yr Rate: 1.11%
Antrim County
Tax: $2,033/yr Rate: 0.91%
Gogebic County
Tax: $1,488/yr Rate: 1.49%
Menominee County
Tax: $1,470/yr Rate: 1.03%
Genesee County
Tax: $2,417/yr Rate: 1.40%
Wayne County
Tax: $2,794/yr Rate: 1.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Allegan County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Allegan County is $2,799 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $247,000.
How does Allegan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Allegan County are 46% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.13% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Allegan County? ▼
In Allegan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,819 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,767. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Allegan County? ▼
Property taxes in Allegan County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $80,255. 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.