48889 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 48889 (Sumner, Michigan) pay a median of $1,270/year in property taxes on homes valued at $137,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.92%, which is 24% below the Michigan state average of 1.22%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 48889 is approximately $106, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Gratiot County. This is $1,156 less than the Michigan average of $2,426/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Michigan, 48889 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 48412 (0.92%) and 49639 (0.92%).

In Sumner, property taxes represent approximately 2.0% of the median household income of $62,813, 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.