What is the property tax rate in Chippewa County, Michigan?

Chippewa County has an effective property tax rate of 1.26%. On a home valued at $161,900, homeowners pay approximately $2,038 per year in property taxes.

How much is the average property tax in Chippewa County?

The median annual property tax payment in Chippewa County is $2,038. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,181, while those without a mortgage pay $1,893.

How does Chippewa County compare to other counties in Michigan?

Chippewa County ranks #19 out of 83 counties in Michigan for property tax rates. The county's effective rate of 1.26% is 1% higher than the Michigan average of 1.25%.

Chippewa County Property Tax Rate

Michigan

1.26%effective rate

Chippewa County, Michigan has an effective property tax rate of 1.26%, which is 37% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $161,900, homeowners pay approximately $2,038 per year in property taxes. Chippewa County ranks #19 out of 83 counties in Michigan for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,038

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$161,900

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

3.28%

Median income: $62,217

State Rank📍

#19

of 83 counties in MI

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$2,181

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$1,893

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Chippewa County pay on average $288 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Chippewa County Compares

Chippewa County

1.26%

Michigan Average

1.25%

National Average

0.92%

Top Counties in Michigan

Ingham

1.83%

Wayne

1.63%

Washtenaw

1.52%

Bay

1.49%

Saginaw

1.49%

Midland

1.47%

Calhoun

1.45%

Kalamazoo

1.45%

Michigan Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Chippewa County homeowners

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Homestead Property Tax Credit

Up to $1,600 credit; 60% of taxes that exceed 3.2% of household income

Michigan homeowners with household income under $63,000 (income limits apply)

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Principal Residence Exemption (PRE)

Exemption from 18 mills of school operating taxes

Primary residence owners who file a PRE affidavit

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Disabled Veteran

100% exemption from property taxes on homestead

Veterans with 100% service-connected disability or receiving VA pension for total disability

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Over 65 (Enhanced Credit)

100% of taxes that exceed 3.2% of income (up to $1,600)

Homeowners age 65+ with household income under $63,000

Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property tax in Chippewa County

Home Value

$50k$2M

Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 school tax reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,780

$315/month · Rate: 1.26%

Quick Facts

Population36,295

Owner-Occupied51.9%

National Rank#654 of 3,135

Median Income$62,217

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.