48728 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 48728 (Curran, Michigan) pay a median of $1,461/year in property taxes on homes valued at $168,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.87%, which is 29% below the Michigan state average of 1.22%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 48728 is approximately $122, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Alcona County. This is $965 less than the Michigan average of $2,426/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Michigan, 48728 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 48421 (0.87%) and 49744 (0.87%).

In Curran, property taxes represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $47,250, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Michigan Proposal A uncaps at sale, resetting assessed value to purchase price and raising school operating taxes compared to the prior owner's bill. File the Principle Residence Exemption (PRE) with the Alcona County Assessor as soon as you close — this exemption removes school operating millage from primary residences and is your most important tax relief mechanism. Confirm PRE eligibility and meet the December 1 filing deadline to apply the exemption to your next tax bill.