48726 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 48726 (Cass City, Michigan) pay a median of $1,703/year in property taxes on homes valued at $121,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.40%, which is 15% above the Michigan state average of 1.22%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 48726 is approximately $142, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Tuscola County. This is $723 less than the Michigan average of $2,426/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Michigan, 48726 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 48659 (1.40%) and 48009 (1.40%).

In Cass City, property taxes represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $65,788, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Proposal A uncaps property at sale, resetting assessed value to purchase price and potentially raising your annual tax liability immediately. The Principle Residence Exemption (PRE) exempts school operating taxes for primary residences — file with the Tuscola County Assessor before December 1 to ensure the exemption applies to your next tax bill. Request a copy of your assessment notice to verify the PRE has been properly recorded.