Grand Traverse County, MI Property Tax: $2,900/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Grand Traverse County is 0.98% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $296,200, that works out to about $2,903 per year, or $242 per month. Grand Traverse County is located in central Michigan, and is home to approximately 95,757 residents.
About Grand Traverse County
Grand Traverse County covers approximately 464.3 square miles in Michigan. The county is home to about 95,757 residents living in roughly 46,435 housing units, of which 65.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $79,486, and the median home was built in 1986.
Grand Traverse County borders Antrim County, Benzie County, Kalkaska County, Leelanau County, Manistee 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 Grand Traverse County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Grand Traverse County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Traverse County, MI | 0.98% | $296,200 | $2,903 |
| Michigan state average | 1.17% | — | $3,466* |
| Antrim County | 0.91% | $222,500 | $2,033 |
| Benzie County | 0.83% | $254,400 | $2,119 |
| Kalkaska County | 0.89% | $174,300 | $1,545 |
| Leelanau County | 0.70% | $406,900 | $2,856 |
| Manistee County | 1.09% | $166,600 | $1,814 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Grand Traverse County's median home value of $296,200. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Grand Traverse County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Michigan?
At 0.98%, Grand Traverse County is lower than the Michigan state average of 1.17%. On a home at the county median of $296,200, that means about $2,903 per year — versus $3,466 at the state average rate, a difference of $563 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Grand Traverse County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Grand Traverse County?
For a home at the county median value of $296,200, the annual property tax in Grand Traverse County is approximately $2,903 — or about $242 per month. For a home worth $444,300, expect around $4,354 per year. For a $592,400 home, approximately $5,806 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Grand Traverse County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Grand Traverse County are handled by the Grand Traverse 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 Grand Traverse 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 0.98% shown here. Contact the Grand Traverse 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