Jackson County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 46,556.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $2,353, which is 12% higher than the Michigan state average and 22% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $182,900. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,353
+12% vs State
+22% vs US
Median Home Value
$182,900
+0% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
+10% vs State
+36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,391
$199/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,292
$191/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 | $2,353 +5.6% | 1.29% |
| 2022 | $2,228 +9.7% | 1.34% |
| 2021 | $2,031 +3.5% | 1.37% |
| 2020 | $1,962 +4.0% | 1.41% |
| 2019 | $1,887 | 1.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,004
per year
Monthly Tax
$196
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Osceola County
Tax: $1,478/yr Rate: 1.06%
Alpena County
Tax: $1,556/yr Rate: 1.13%
Sanilac County
Tax: $1,488/yr Rate: 0.92%
Alcona County
Tax: $1,322/yr Rate: 0.84%
Tuscola County
Tax: $1,753/yr Rate: 1.28%
Kalamazoo County
Tax: $3,378/yr Rate: 1.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $2,353 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $182,900.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 22% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,391 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,292. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $65,004. 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.