Alpena County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 10,114.
The median annual property tax in Alpena County is $1,556, which is 26% lower than the Michigan state average and 19% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $137,800. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,556
-26% vs State
-19% vs US
Median Home Value
$137,800
-24% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
-3% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,558
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,554
$130/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 | $1,556 +5.7% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $1,472 +6.3% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $1,385 +5.6% | 1.25% |
| 2020 | $1,312 +1.9% | 1.25% |
| 2019 | $1,288 | 1.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,909
per year
Monthly Tax
$130
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Grand Traverse County
Tax: $2,900/yr Rate: 0.98%
Bay County
Tax: $2,205/yr Rate: 1.63%
Ingham County
Tax: $3,488/yr Rate: 1.86%
Montmorency County
Tax: $1,309/yr Rate: 0.92%
St. Clair County
Tax: $2,493/yr Rate: 1.17%
Gladwin County
Tax: $1,813/yr Rate: 1.18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Alpena County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Alpena County is $1,556 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $137,800.
How does Alpena County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Alpena County are 19% below 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 Alpena County? ▼
In Alpena County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,558 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,554. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Alpena County? ▼
Property taxes in Alpena County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $51,909. 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.