Cass County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 16,986.
The median annual property tax in Cass County is $1,972, which is 6% lower than the Michigan state average and 3% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $205,200. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,972
-6% vs State
+3% vs US
Median Home Value
$205,200
+13% vs State
-3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.96%
-18% vs State
+1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,091
$174/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,819
$152/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 | $1,972 +5.3% | 0.96% |
| 2022 | $1,872 +7.5% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $1,742 +3.3% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $1,686 +5.6% | 1.08% |
| 2019 | $1,597 | 1.12% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,011
per year
Monthly Tax
$164
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Branch County
Tax: $1,813/yr Rate: 1.23%
Montmorency County
Tax: $1,309/yr Rate: 0.92%
Clare County
Tax: $1,387/yr Rate: 1.18%
Ogemaw County
Tax: $1,417/yr Rate: 1.02%
Ottawa County
Tax: $3,078/yr Rate: 1.06%
Wayne County
Tax: $2,794/yr Rate: 1.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cass County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cass County is $1,972 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $205,200.
How does Cass County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cass County are 3% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.96% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cass County? ▼
In Cass County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,091 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,819. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cass County? ▼
Property taxes in Cass County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $68,011. 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.