Livingston County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 65,589.
The median annual property tax in Livingston County is $3,269, which is 56% higher than the Michigan state average and 70% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $331,100. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,269
+56% vs State
+70% vs US
Median Home Value
$331,100
+82% vs State
+56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
-15% vs State
+4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,398
$283/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,949
$246/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 | $3,269 +3.3% | 0.99% |
| 2022 | $3,165 +8.1% | 1.02% |
| 2021 | $2,928 +3.5% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $2,829 +0.7% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $2,808 | 1.14% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$101,315
per year
Monthly Tax
$272
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Mackinac County
Tax: $1,719/yr Rate: 1.04%
Dickinson County
Tax: $1,917/yr Rate: 1.47%
Tuscola County
Tax: $1,753/yr Rate: 1.28%
Huron County
Tax: $1,754/yr Rate: 1.24%
Gratiot County
Tax: $1,739/yr Rate: 1.27%
St. Joseph County
Tax: $1,867/yr Rate: 1.11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Livingston County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Livingston County is $3,269 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $331,100.
How does Livingston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Livingston County are 70% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.99% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Livingston County? ▼
In Livingston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,398 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,949. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Livingston County? ▼
Property taxes in Livingston County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $101,315. 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.