Spalding, Menominee County, Michigan Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Spalding, Michigan
Median Spalding, Michigan effective property tax rate: 1.23%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Michigan state median of 1.05%.
Median Spalding, Michigan home value: $74,700
Median annual Spalding, Michigan tax bill: $926, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Menominee calculated?
Property taxes in Spalding, Michigan are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Spalding's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Spalding, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Spalding, Menominee County, Michigan Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.23%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$919
$853
How Does the Spalding Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Spalding property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Spalding's median effective tax rate of 1.23% — based on actual property records in Menominee County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Spalding's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Spalding: rates range from 1.23% in 49886 to 1.23% in 49886, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Spalding.
About Spalding Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Spalding, Menominee, Michigan
Spalding's median effective property tax rate of 1.23% is higher than the Michigan state median of 1.05% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Menominee County base levy combined with local school district levies and Tax increment finance districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Spalding. Homeowners in the 49886 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.23%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 1.23%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Menominee County. Understanding which part of Spalding you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Spalding homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before the March 9, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Spalding, Menominee County, Michigan
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Spalding's effective property tax rate to other cities in Michigan and the median property tax rates in Michigan and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Spalding Tax Rate
1.23%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Menominee County Tax Rate
1.16%
Median Effective Michigan Tax Rate
1.05%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Spalding, Menominee County, Michigan
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49886 | 0.66% | 0.95% | 1.23% | 1.38% | 2.05% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Spalding, Menominee County, Michigan
When examining property taxes in Spalding, Michigan, understanding the distinction between “market value” and “assessed value” is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Menominee County assessment office estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Menominee County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By understanding how assessed and market values are determined, property owners can better navigate their tax responsibilities in Spalding.
For example, the median home price in Spalding is $74,700, with a median tax bill of $926. That bill is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the median tax rate is also below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Spalding, Menominee County, Michigan
Source: Ownwell
$60,200
$118,900
$177,600
Median Spalding Market Value
$74,700
Median Menominee County Market Value
$110,600
Median Michigan Market Value
$213,740
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Spalding, Menominee County, Michigan
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49886 | $25,000 | $51,700 | $74,700 | $115,850 | $159,560 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Spalding, Menominee County, Michigan
Property tax bills in Spalding are based on the assessed value of a home, which local officials use to estimate how much the property is worth for tax purposes. That assessed value is then multiplied by the local tax rate to determine the bill, so both the market value of the home and the tax rate matter. With a median home price of $74,700, homeowners in this area often see bills that reflect a relatively modest property value, but the final amount can still vary widely depending on the assessment and local levies.
In Menominee County, the 25th percentile tax bill is $531, the 75th percentile is $1,392, and the 90th percentile is $2,017. The median tax bill in ZIP code 49886 is $926.00, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. For homeowners, a higher assessed value or a higher tax rate can increase annual costs, while a lower assessment can reduce them.
Median Spalding Tax Bill
$926
Median Menominee County Tax Bill
$1,361
Median Michigan Tax Bill
$2,084
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Spalding, Menominee County, Michigan
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49886 | $289 | $531 | $926 | $1,392 | $2,017 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | March 9 |
Links | |
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| Menominee Tax Assessor | |
| Website | bsaonline.com |