Isabella County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 15,283.
The median annual property tax in Isabella County is $2,180, which is 4% higher than the Michigan state average and 13% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $165,100. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,180
+4% vs State
+13% vs US
Median Home Value
$165,100
-9% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.32%
+13% vs State
+39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,246
$187/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,070
$173/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 | $2,180 +3.9% | 1.32% |
| 2022 | $2,098 +5.9% | 1.32% |
| 2021 | $1,982 +0.6% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $1,971 +0.9% | 1.44% |
| 2019 | $1,954 | 1.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,759
per year
Monthly Tax
$182
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Ingham County
Tax: $3,488/yr Rate: 1.86%
Dickinson County
Tax: $1,917/yr Rate: 1.47%
Clinton County
Tax: $3,048/yr Rate: 1.25%
Benzie County
Tax: $2,119/yr Rate: 0.83%
Tuscola County
Tax: $1,753/yr Rate: 1.28%
Iron County
Tax: $1,459/yr Rate: 1.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Isabella County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Isabella County is $2,180 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.32% on a median home value of $165,100.
How does Isabella County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Isabella County are 13% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Isabella County? ▼
In Isabella County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,246 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,070. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Isabella County? ▼
Property taxes in Isabella County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $53,759. 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.