Kalamazoo County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 67,948.
The median annual property tax in Kalamazoo County is $3,378, which is 61% higher than the Michigan state average and 76% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $227,500. Property taxes represent 4.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,378
+61% vs State
+76% vs US
Median Home Value
$227,500
+25% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.48%
+26% vs State
+56% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,503
$292/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,144
$262/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 | $3,378 +6.1% | 1.48% |
| 2022 | $3,185 +7.2% | 1.52% |
| 2021 | $2,971 +4.3% | 1.67% |
| 2020 | $2,849 +5.0% | 1.69% |
| 2019 | $2,713 | 1.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,525
per year
Monthly Tax
$282
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Eaton County
Tax: $2,924/yr Rate: 1.41%
Montcalm County
Tax: $1,851/yr Rate: 1.08%
Calhoun County
Tax: $2,269/yr Rate: 1.50%
Ottawa County
Tax: $3,078/yr Rate: 1.06%
Cass County
Tax: $1,972/yr Rate: 0.96%
Chippewa County
Tax: $1,972/yr Rate: 1.29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kalamazoo County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kalamazoo County is $3,378 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $227,500.
How does Kalamazoo County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kalamazoo County are 76% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kalamazoo County? ▼
In Kalamazoo County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,503 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,144. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kalamazoo County? ▼
Property taxes in Kalamazoo County represent approximately 4.8% of the median household income of $70,525. 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.