48894 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 48894 (Westphalia, Michigan) pay a median of $2,781/year in property taxes on homes valued at $250,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.11%, which is 9% below the Michigan state average of 1.22%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 48894 is approximately $232, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Clinton County. This is $355 more than the Michigan average of $2,426/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Michigan, 48894 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 48845 (1.11%) and 48756 (1.11%).

In Westphalia, property taxes represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $110,000, 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 Clinton County's $3,087 median annual tax means a substantial year-one increase is likely. File the Principle Residence Exemption (PRE) with the Clinton County Assessor immediately after closing to exempt school operating millage from your primary residence — this is the most valuable relief available to Michigan buyers. Submit your PRE application by December 1 to ensure the exemption takes effect for the next tax year.