Norton Shores property tax, in one number.
The typical Norton Shores homeowner pays $2,857 a year on a $234,800 home. That's above the Muskegon County rate (1.18%) and well above the U.S. rate (0.94%).
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- Owners without a mortgage pay more.Homes owned outright paid a median $3,005, versus $2,764 for homes with a mortgage.
- Share of income.The median bill equals about 3.7% of the median household income of $76,579.
The data, charted
Effective rate compared
Owners vs renters
Cities in Muskegon County
Norton Shores compared
| Area | Median tax | Home value | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norton Shores | $2,857 | $234,800 | 1.22% |
| Muskegon County | $2,348 | $198,300 | 1.18% |
| Michigan | $2,904 | $231,600 | 1.25% |
| United States | $3,119 | $332,700 | 0.94% |
Other cities in Muskegon County
Effective property tax rates nearby.
Nearby
- Muskegon County1.18% · $2,348
- Muskegon1.03% · $1,468
- Milwaukee County1.93% · $4,444
- Ozaukee County1.19% · $4,631
- Kent County1.11% · $3,217
- Newaygo County1.10% · $2,055
- Ottawa County1.02% · $3,313
- Oceana County1.01% · $1,914
Good to know
What is the property tax rate in Norton Shores?
The effective rate is about 1.22%. The median homeowner pays $2,857 a year on a home worth a median $234,800 (ACS 2020–2024). The legal tax rates set by each taxing unit are different numbers; the effective rate is what owners actually pay as a share of value.
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Norton Shores?
About $3,050 a year, or roughly $254 a month, at Norton Shores's average effective rate of 1.22%. Homestead, senior, veteran or other exemptions can lower the real bill, and a recent purchase or reassessment can raise it.
Why is my bill different from this estimate?
Your bill depends on your home's assessed value from the city or township assessor, the exact taxing units where you live (county, city, school district, special districts) and any exemptions you get. These figures are medians across all owner-occupied homes, not a bill for any address.
How current is this data?
It comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates for 2020–2024, the latest release. Homeowners report the taxes they paid, so the numbers lag current bills by one to two years. We update the site when the Census Bureau publishes new estimates each December.
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