49050 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 49050 (Dowling, Michigan) pay a median of $2,095/year in property taxes on homes valued at $257,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.81%, which is 33% below the Michigan state average of 1.22%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 49050 is approximately $175, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Barry County. This is $331 less than the Michigan average of $2,426/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Michigan, 49050 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 49682 (0.81%) and 49635 (0.81%).

In Dowling, property taxes represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $72,308, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Michigan's Proposal A means your property assessment jumps to market value at sale, ending the prior owner's growth cap — expect a tax spike in Barry County despite its moderate 1.17% effective rate. Apply immediately for the Principle Residence Exemption (PRE) with the Barry County Assessor to reduce school operating millage on your primary residence. The PRE filing deadline is typically 45 days post-closing; contact the Barry County Assessor to confirm exact dates and lock in your exemption.