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

Lake County has an effective property tax rate of 1.09%. On a home valued at $133,900, homeowners pay approximately $1,456 per year in property taxes.

How much is the average property tax in Lake County?

The median annual property tax payment in Lake County is $1,456. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,695, while those without a mortgage pay $1,287.

How does Lake County compare to other counties in Michigan?

Lake County ranks #42 out of 83 counties in Michigan for property tax rates. The county's effective rate of 1.09% is 13% lower than the Michigan average of 1.25%.

Lake County Property Tax Rate

Michigan

1.09%effective rate

Lake County, Michigan has an effective property tax rate of 1.09%, which is 18% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $133,900, homeowners pay approximately $1,456 per year in property taxes. Lake County ranks #42 out of 83 counties in Michigan for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$1,456

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$133,900

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

2.87%

Median income: $50,805

State Rank📍

#42

of 83 counties in MI

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$1,695

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$1,287

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Lake County pay on average $408 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Lake County Compares

Lake County

1.09%

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 Lake 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 Lake County

Home Value

$50k$2M

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

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,270

$273/month · Rate: 1.09%

Quick Facts

Population12,563

Owner-Occupied31.6%

National Rank#921 of 3,135

Median Income$50,805

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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.