Wexford County, Michigan Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Michigan. Population: 10,927.
The median annual property tax in Wexford County is $1,868, which is 11% lower than the Michigan state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.17% on a median home value of $160,300. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,868
-11% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$160,300
-12% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.17%
+0% vs State
+23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,917
$160/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,797
$150/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 | $1,868 +4.4% | 1.17% |
| 2022 | $1,789 +12.8% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,586 +7.2% | 1.28% |
| 2020 | $1,479 +2.2% | 1.28% |
| 2019 | $1,447 | 1.34% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,123
per year
Monthly Tax
$156
per month
Other Counties in Michigan
Lake County
Tax: $1,413/yr Rate: 1.15%
Ogemaw County
Tax: $1,417/yr Rate: 1.02%
Washtenaw County
Tax: $5,505/yr Rate: 1.56%
Mason County
Tax: $2,203/yr Rate: 1.11%
Branch County
Tax: $1,813/yr Rate: 1.23%
Genesee County
Tax: $2,417/yr Rate: 1.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wexford County, Michigan? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wexford County is $1,868 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.17% on a median home value of $160,300.
How does Wexford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wexford County are 3% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.17% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wexford County? ▼
In Wexford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,917 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,797. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wexford County? ▼
Property taxes in Wexford County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $63,123. 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.