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Alpena County

Alpena County, Michigan

Effective Tax Rate

1.13%

Median Annual Tax

$1,556

How Alpena County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Alpena County$1,556
Michigan State Average$2,102
National Average$1,924

Alpena County

1.13%

Effective rate

Michigan Avg

1.15%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,558

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,554

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,556

Monthly Escrow

$130

Effective Rate

1.13%

vs. Michigan State Average▼ 26% below
vs. National Average▼ 42.2% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Alpena County, Michigan?
The effective property tax rate in Alpena County, Michigan is 1.13%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Alpena County?
The median annual property tax payment in Alpena County is $1,556. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,558, while those without a mortgage pay $1,554.
How does Alpena County compare to the Michigan average?
Alpena County's effective tax rate of 1.13% is lower than the Michigan state average of 1.15%. The median annual property tax in Alpena County is $1,556, compared to the state average of $2,102.
What is the median home value in Alpena County, Michigan?
The median home value in Alpena County, Michigan is $137,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Michigan?
Property taxes in Michigan are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Delta County(MI)

Rate1.13%
Median Tax$1,658

Allegan County(MI)

Rate1.13%
Median Tax$2,799

Kent County(MI)

Rate1.14%
Median Tax$3,028

Oceana County(MI)

Rate1.14%
Median Tax$1,916
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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