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Bay County

Bay County, Michigan

Effective Tax Rate

1.63%

Median Annual Tax

$2,205

How Bay County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Bay County$2,205
Michigan State Average$2,102
National Average$1,924

Bay County

1.63%

Effective rate

Michigan Avg

1.15%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,280

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,110

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,205

Monthly Escrow

$184

Effective Rate

1.63%

vs. Michigan State Average▲ 4.9% above
vs. National Average▼ 18% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Bay County, Michigan?
The effective property tax rate in Bay County, Michigan is 1.63%. 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 Bay County?
The median annual property tax payment in Bay County is $2,205. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,280, while those without a mortgage pay $2,110.
How does Bay County compare to the Michigan average?
Bay County's effective tax rate of 1.63% is higher than the Michigan state average of 1.15%. The median annual property tax in Bay County is $2,205, compared to the state average of $2,102.
What is the median home value in Bay County, Michigan?
The median home value in Bay County, Michigan is $135,100, 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

Wayne County(MI)

Rate1.64%
Median Tax$2,794

Saginaw County(MI)

Rate1.57%
Median Tax$2,190

Washtenaw County(MI)

Rate1.56%
Median Tax$5,505

Midland County(MI)

Rate1.50%
Median Tax$2,771
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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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