Detroit, MI variant. This is a Detroit, MI-specific version of the Property Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Property Tax Calculator.
Detroit property tax runs about 1.94% of value - roughly $1,552/year on the $80,000 median home.
Property tax in Detroit
Tax = assessed value × local rate. The 1.94% effective rate captures Detroit's blend of county, city, and school levies.
On the $80,000 median home that's $1,552/year ($129/month), usually escrowed with your mortgage.
About Detroit, MI
Detroit imposes a city income tax on residents and on people who work in the city, in addition to Michigan state income tax.
Detroit has some of the most affordable home prices among major US cities, reflecting decades of population decline and ongoing revitalization.
Detroit's economy remains closely tied to the automotive industry, with growing diversification into technology and services.
Worked example: $80,000 home
$80,000 × 1.94% = $1,552/year. A $600,000 Detroit home would owe about $11,640.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $80,000
- Median rent: $1,100/mo
- Median household income: $39,575
- Local sales tax: 6%
- City income tax: 2.4%
- Effective property tax rate: 1.94%
- Cost of living index: 80 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the property tax rate in Detroit?
About 1.94% of market value per year.
How much property tax on a median Detroit home?
Roughly $1,552 per year.