Gladwin County, MI Property Tax: $1,813/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Gladwin County is 1.18% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $153,200, that works out to about $1,808 per year, or $151 per month. Gladwin County is located in central Michigan, and is home to approximately 25,543 residents.
About Gladwin County
Gladwin County covers approximately 501.8 square miles in Michigan. The county is home to about 25,543 residents living in roughly 17,003 housing units, of which 56.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $55,576, and the median home was built in 1980.
Gladwin County borders Arenac County, Bay County, Clare County, Isabella County, Midland County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Michigan
Property taxes in Michigan are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Michigan offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Gladwin County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Gladwin County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gladwin County, MI | 1.18% | $153,200 | $1,808 |
| Michigan state average | 1.17% | — | $1,792* |
| Arenac County | 1.30% | $129,000 | $1,676 |
| Bay County | 1.63% | $135,100 | $2,205 |
| Clare County | 1.18% | $117,400 | $1,387 |
| Isabella County | 1.32% | $165,100 | $2,180 |
| Midland County | 1.50% | $184,300 | $2,771 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Gladwin County's median home value of $153,200. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Gladwin County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Michigan?
At 1.18%, Gladwin County is higher than the Michigan state average of 1.17%. On a home at the county median of $153,200, that means about $1,808 per year — versus $1,792 at the state average rate, a difference of $16 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Gladwin County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Gladwin County?
For a home at the county median value of $153,200, the annual property tax in Gladwin County is approximately $1,808 — or about $151 per month. For a home worth $229,800, expect around $2,712 per year. For a $306,400 home, approximately $3,616 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Gladwin County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Gladwin County are handled by the Gladwin County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Gladwin County?
Michigan counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.18% shown here. Contact the Gladwin County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File