Kent County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 179,313.
The median annual property tax in Kent County is $3,028, which is 44% higher than the Michigan state average and 57% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.14% on a median home value of $265,700. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,028
+44% vs State
+57% vs US
Median Home Value
$265,700
+46% vs State
+26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.14%
-3% vs State
+20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,130
$261/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,894
$241/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 | $3,028 +4.8% | 1.14% |
| 2022 | $2,889 +6.4% | 1.19% |
| 2021 | $2,716 +4.3% | 1.31% |
| 2020 | $2,605 +2.5% | 1.38% |
| 2019 | $2,542 | 1.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,390
per year
Monthly Tax
$252
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Houghton County
Tax: $1,780/yr Rate: 1.27%
Missaukee County
Tax: $1,600/yr Rate: 0.98%
Kalkaska County
Tax: $1,545/yr Rate: 0.89%
Ionia County
Tax: $2,211/yr Rate: 1.17%
Tuscola County
Tax: $1,753/yr Rate: 1.28%
Alger County
Tax: $1,652/yr Rate: 1.00%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kent County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kent County is $3,028 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.14% on a median home value of $265,700.
How does Kent County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kent County are 57% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.14% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kent County? ▼
In Kent County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,130 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,894. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kent County? ▼
Property taxes in Kent County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $80,390. 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.