48880 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 48880 (Saint Louis, Michigan) pay a median of $1,826/year in property taxes on homes valued at $134,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.36%, which is 12% above the Michigan state average of 1.22%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 48880 is approximately $152, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Gratiot County. This is $600 less than the Michigan average of $2,426/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Michigan, 48880 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 48237 (1.36%) and 49096 (1.36%).

In Saint Louis, property taxes represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $56,108, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Proposal A uncaps at sale, resetting assessed value to market and raising your school operating tax burden from day one. The Principle Residence Exemption (PRE) is your primary tax relief — file with the Gratiot County Assessor immediately after purchase to exempt school operating millage from your primary residence. Submit your PRE application before December 1 to have it effective for the next tax year.