48706 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 48706 (Bay City, Michigan) pay a median of $2,204/year in property taxes on homes valued at $142,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.55%, which is 27% above the Michigan state average of 1.22%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 48706 is approximately $184, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Bay County. This is $222 less than the Michigan average of $2,426/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Michigan, 48706 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 48120 (1.55%) and 48209 (1.55%).

In Bay City, property taxes represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $61,908, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Under Proposal A, uncapping at sale resets your assessed value to purchase price, and Bay County's above-average 1.73% effective rate means your tax jump will be steeper than statewide average. Apply for the Principle Residence Exemption (PRE) with the Bay County Assessor right away — this exemption removes school operating taxes and is the most valuable relief available to Michigan homeowners. File by December 1 and request written confirmation that PRE has been applied to your account.