Washtenaw County, MI Property Taxes (2026)

Washtenaw County owners pay a median of $5,505 a year on a median home value of $353,000, an effective rate of 1.56%. That's the 5th-highest rate of 83 Michigan counties with Census data, above the Michigan county median of 1.13%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

1.56%

5th highest of 83 in MI

Median annual bill

$5,505

~$459/month

Median home value

$353,000

Michigan county median

1.13%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Washtenaw County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Washtenaw County's 1.56% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$5,507
Savings at 10–15% off
$551–$826
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Washtenaw County vs. Michigan vs. U.S. property tax rates

Washtenaw County1.56%
Michigan county median1.13%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Washtenaw County's effective property tax rate is 1.56%, vs. 1.13% for the median Michigan county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 5th of 83 in Michigan. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in Washtenaw County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Washtenaw County Equalization Department. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Washtenaw County deadline is March Board of Review. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the County Equalization Department.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $5,505 bill, 10–15% off is $551–$826 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Michigan

Michigan homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Washtenaw County Equalization Department for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Washtenaw County, Michigan?
The median effective property tax rate in Washtenaw County is 1.56%: a median annual bill of $5,505 on a median home value of $353,000. That's the 5th-highest rate of 83 Michigan counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Washtenaw County?
The median Washtenaw County property tax bill is $5,505 a year, about $459 a month, compared with a Michigan county median of $1,916.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Washtenaw County?
The deadline to appeal in Washtenaw County is March Board of Review. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Washtenaw County a high property tax area?
Washtenaw County's 1.56% effective rate is above the Michigan county median of 1.13% and above the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 5th-highest rate of 83 Michigan counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Washtenaw County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Livingston County

Rate: 0.99%

Median bill: $3,269

Lenawee County

Rate: 1.33%

Median bill: $2,412

Jackson County

Rate: 1.29%

Median bill: $2,353

Monroe County

Rate: 1.16%

Median bill: $2,492

Wayne County

Rate: 1.64%

Median bill: $2,794

Ingham County

Rate: 1.86%

Median bill: $3,488

Oakland County

Rate: 1.32%

Median bill: $4,241

Hillsdale County

Rate: 0.96%

Median bill: $1,644

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