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Washtenaw County

Washtenaw County, Michigan

Effective Tax Rate

1.56%

Median Annual Tax

$5,505

How Washtenaw County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Washtenaw County$5,505
Michigan State Average$2,102
National Average$1,924

Washtenaw County

1.56%

Effective rate

Michigan Avg

1.15%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$5,646

per year

Without Mortgage

$5,218

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$5,505

Monthly Escrow

$459

Effective Rate

1.56%

vs. Michigan State Average▲ 161.9% above
vs. National Average▲ 104.6% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Washtenaw County, Michigan?
The effective property tax rate in Washtenaw County, Michigan is 1.56%. 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 Washtenaw County?
The median annual property tax payment in Washtenaw County is $5,505. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,646, while those without a mortgage pay $5,218.
How does Washtenaw County compare to the Michigan average?
Washtenaw County's effective tax rate of 1.56% is higher than the Michigan state average of 1.15%. The median annual property tax in Washtenaw County is $5,505, compared to the state average of $2,102.
What is the median home value in Washtenaw County, Michigan?
The median home value in Washtenaw County, Michigan is $353,000, 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

Saginaw County(MI)

Rate1.57%
Median Tax$2,190

Midland County(MI)

Rate1.50%
Median Tax$2,771

Calhoun County(MI)

Rate1.50%
Median Tax$2,269

Gogebic County(MI)

Rate1.49%
Median Tax$1,488
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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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