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Grand Traverse County

Grand Traverse County, Michigan

Effective Tax Rate

0.98%

Median Annual Tax

$2,900

How Grand Traverse County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Grand Traverse County$2,900
Michigan State Average$2,102
National Average$1,924

Grand Traverse County

0.98%

Effective rate

Michigan Avg

1.15%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,926

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,845

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,900

Monthly Escrow

$242

Effective Rate

0.98%

vs. Michigan State Average▲ 38% above
vs. National Average▲ 7.8% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Grand Traverse County, Michigan?
The effective property tax rate in Grand Traverse County, Michigan is 0.98%. 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 Grand Traverse County?
The median annual property tax payment in Grand Traverse County is $2,900. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,926, while those without a mortgage pay $2,845.
How does Grand Traverse County compare to the Michigan average?
Grand Traverse County's effective tax rate of 0.98% is lower than the Michigan state average of 1.15%. The median annual property tax in Grand Traverse County is $2,900, compared to the state average of $2,102.
What is the median home value in Grand Traverse County, Michigan?
The median home value in Grand Traverse County, Michigan is $296,200, 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

Missaukee County(MI)

Rate0.98%
Median Tax$1,600

Livingston County(MI)

Rate0.99%
Median Tax$3,269

Charlevoix County(MI)

Rate0.99%
Median Tax$2,408

Hillsdale County(MI)

Rate0.96%
Median Tax$1,644
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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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