Rate Breakdown

Property taxes in Gogebic County are calculated by multiplying the assessed value (minus exemptions) by the total local millage rate.

How Property Tax Works in Gogebic County

Property taxes in Gogebic County are determined by the interaction between your property’s Taxable Value and the local millage rates. Each year, your local assessor determines the Assessed Value (AV), which is intended to be 50% of the property's True Cash Value. Through the state-mandated assessment process, your Taxable Value is calculated, which serves as the basis for your tax bill. This value is then multiplied by the total millage rate—the sum of local, county, school, and state education taxes—to determine your annual liability. One mill is equal to $1 of tax for every $1,000 of Taxable Value. Residents should note that while market values fluctuate, Michigan law limits the annual increase in Taxable Value to the lesser of 5% or the rate of inflation, unless there is a transfer of ownership.

Available Exemptions

Michigan offers several programs to provide tax relief for qualifying residents. These exemptions can significantly reduce your overall burden:

• Principal Residence Exemption (PRE): Homeowners who occupy their property as their primary residence may exempt the property from a portion of local school operating taxes.
• Disabled Veterans Exemption: Veterans who have been determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to be permanently and totally disabled as a result of military service may be eligible for a 100% property tax exemption.
• Poverty Exemption: Homeowners who meet specific income and asset guidelines established by their local municipality may qualify for a reduction or full exemption of property taxes.
• Senior and Disability Deferments: While not a direct exemption, certain seniors and individuals with disabilities may apply to defer their summer tax payments until later in the year without penalty.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Property taxes in Gogebic County are generally billed in two cycles: Summer and Winter. Summer taxes are typically mailed on July 1 and are due by September 14. Winter taxes are mailed on December 1 and are due by February 14 of the following year. It is important to pay by these deadlines to avoid interest and penalty fees. Late payments accrue interest at a rate of 1% per month. If taxes remain unpaid after February 28, the property is considered delinquent and is turned over to the Gogebic County Treasurer, where additional administrative fees and higher interest rates will apply. Failure to pay delinquent taxes can eventually lead to foreclosure.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe the assessment of your property is inaccurate, you have the right to appeal. The process begins at the local level. You should first contact your local assessor to discuss your valuation and review the data on your property record card. If an agreement cannot be reached, you must present your case to the local March Board of Review. You must provide evidence, such as recent appraisals or comparable sales data, to support your claim that your assessment exceeds 50% of the market value. If you are dissatisfied with the Board of Review's decision, you may further appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal.