Wayne County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 447,120.
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $2,794, which is 33% higher than the Michigan state average and 45% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $170,200. Property taxes represent 4.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,794
+33% vs State
+45% vs US
Median Home Value
$170,200
-7% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.64%
+40% vs State
+73% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,315
$276/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,286
$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 | $2,794 +2.0% | 1.64% |
| 2022 | $2,740 +5.7% | 1.73% |
| 2021 | $2,592 +4.2% | 1.90% |
| 2020 | $2,487 +0.9% | 2.03% |
| 2019 | $2,464 | 2.18% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,521
per year
Monthly Tax
$233
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Menominee County
Tax: $1,470/yr Rate: 1.03%
Hillsdale County
Tax: $1,644/yr Rate: 0.96%
Clinton County
Tax: $3,048/yr Rate: 1.25%
Eaton County
Tax: $2,924/yr Rate: 1.41%
Oceana County
Tax: $1,916/yr Rate: 1.14%
Huron County
Tax: $1,754/yr Rate: 1.24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wayne County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $2,794 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $170,200.
How does Wayne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County are 45% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
In Wayne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,315 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,286. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $59,521. 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.