Ontonagon County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 2,599.
The median annual property tax in Ontonagon County is $1,244, which is 41% lower than the Michigan state average and 35% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.23% on a median home value of $101,000. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,244
-41% vs State
-35% vs US
Median Home Value
$101,000
-45% vs State
-52% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.23%
+5% vs State
+29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,359
$113/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,191
$99/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 | $1,244 +5.6% | 1.23% |
| 2022 | $1,178 +9.9% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | $1,072 -1.0% | 1.40% |
| 2020 | $1,083 +1.0% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $1,072 | 1.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,844
per year
Monthly Tax
$104
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Barry County
Tax: $2,706/yr Rate: 1.11%
Monroe County
Tax: $2,492/yr Rate: 1.16%
Kalamazoo County
Tax: $3,378/yr Rate: 1.48%
Muskegon County
Tax: $2,280/yr Rate: 1.26%
Washtenaw County
Tax: $5,505/yr Rate: 1.56%
Ionia County
Tax: $2,211/yr Rate: 1.17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ontonagon County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ontonagon County is $1,244 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.23% on a median home value of $101,000.
How does Ontonagon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ontonagon County are 35% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.23% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ontonagon County? ▼
In Ontonagon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,359 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,191. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ontonagon County? ▼
Property taxes in Ontonagon County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $51,844. 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.