Mackinac County Property Taxes

Mackinac County, Michigan

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

18.2% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$143/mo escrow

#27 of 83 counties in Michigan

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.04%

vs. Michigan Avg18.2% below
vs. National Avg36.1% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$165,600

State avg $182,224

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,806

$151/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,617

$135/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#27

of 83 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Mackinac County, Michigan

Mackinac taxes well below national median

At 1.038%, Mackinac County's effective tax rate sits significantly lower than Michigan's 1.166% state average and well below the national median of 1.166%. Homeowners here pay a median of $1,719 annually—about 36% less than the national median property tax of $2,690.

Mackinac ranks among Michigan's lowest

Mackinac County's 1.038% rate ranks it in the bottom tier statewide, where the average effective rate is 1.166%. With a median tax of just $1,719 against a state average of $2,102, residents here enjoy some of Michigan's most affordable property taxation.

Lowest tax rate in the Upper Peninsula

Mackinac's 1.038% rate undercuts neighboring Marquette County (1.000%) and Menominee County (1.030%) by a hair, though all three dramatically outpace Midland County's 1.504%. Among comparable UP counties, Mackinac offers middle-ground affordability with competitive rates and lower home values.

Typical homeowner pays $1,719 annually

On a median home value of $165,600, Mackinac County homeowners pay approximately $1,719 per year in property taxes. With a mortgage, that figure rises slightly to $1,806; without one, it drops to $1,617.

Appeal overassessments and recover taxes

Many Michigan property owners—including those in Mackinac County—are assessed above fair market value and never know it. Filing a tax appeal through your local assessor's office costs nothing and can significantly reduce your annual burden.

How Mackinac County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Mackinac County$1,719
Michigan State Average$2,102
National Average$1,924

Mackinac County

1.04%

Effective rate

Michigan Avg

1.15%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Mackinac County, Michigan?
The effective property tax rate in Mackinac County, Michigan is 1.04%. 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 Mackinac County?
The median annual property tax payment in Mackinac County is $1,719. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,806, while those without a mortgage pay $1,617.
How does Mackinac County compare to the Michigan average?
Mackinac County's effective tax rate of 1.04% is lower than the Michigan state average of 1.15%. The median annual property tax in Mackinac County is $1,719, compared to the state average of $2,102.
What is the median home value in Mackinac County, Michigan?
The median home value in Mackinac County, Michigan is $165,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Mackinac County a low property tax area in Michigan?
Yes — Mackinac County's effective property tax rate of 1.04% is below the Michigan average of 1.15%. The median annual property tax of $1,719 is also lower the state average of $2,102, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Mackinac County rank for property taxes in Michigan?
Mackinac County ranks #27 out of 83 counties in Michigan by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.04% and median annual tax of $1,719, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

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.