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Emmet County

Emmet County, Michigan

Effective Tax Rate

0.91%

Median Annual Tax

$2,492

How Emmet County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Emmet County$2,492
Michigan State Average$2,102
National Average$1,924

Emmet County

0.91%

Effective rate

Michigan Avg

1.15%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,383

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,663

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,492

Monthly Escrow

$208

Effective Rate

0.91%

vs. Michigan State Average▲ 18.6% above
vs. National Average▼ 7.4% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Emmet County, Michigan?
The effective property tax rate in Emmet County, Michigan is 0.91%. 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 Emmet County?
The median annual property tax payment in Emmet County is $2,492. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,383, while those without a mortgage pay $2,663.
How does Emmet County compare to the Michigan average?
Emmet County's effective tax rate of 0.91% is lower than the Michigan state average of 1.15%. The median annual property tax in Emmet County is $2,492, compared to the state average of $2,102.
What is the median home value in Emmet County, Michigan?
The median home value in Emmet County, Michigan is $275,300, 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

Antrim County(MI)

Rate0.91%
Median Tax$2,033

Sanilac County(MI)

Rate0.92%
Median Tax$1,488

Otsego County(MI)

Rate0.89%
Median Tax$1,751

Montmorency County(MI)

Rate0.92%
Median Tax$1,309
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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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