WisconsinWI
Effective tax rate
1.61%
Median home value
$253,400
Median annual tax
$4,083
National rank
#7
Counties
72
Counties in Wisconsin
Pepin County
1.44%Median value: $319,108
Buffalo County
1.44%Median value: $189,938
Pierce County
1.44%Median value: $263,488
Menominee County
1.44%Median value: $337,038
Langlade County
1.43%Median value: $320,940
Forest County
1.43%Median value: $191,770
Florence County
1.43%Median value: $265,320
Vilas County
1.43%Median value: $338,869
Iron County
1.43%Median value: $209,699
Ashland County
1.43%Median value: $283,249
Bayfield County
1.43%Median value: $154,079
Sawyer County
1.43%Median value: $227,629
Washburn County
1.43%Median value: $301,179
Burnett County
1.43%Median value: $172,009
Rusk County
1.43%Median value: $245,558
Jackson County
1.42%Median value: $193,601
Juneau County
1.42%Median value: $267,151
Adams County
1.42%Median value: $340,701
Marquette County
1.42%Median value: $211,531
Waushara County
1.42%Median value: $285,081
Green Lake County
1.42%Median value: $155,910
Clark County
1.42%Median value: $229,460
Taylor County
1.42%Median value: $303,010
Price County
1.42%Median value: $173,840
Lincoln County
1.42%Median value: $247,390
Oconto County
1.41%Median value: $195,433
Shawano County
1.41%Median value: $268,982
Door County
1.41%Median value: $342,532
Kewaunee County
1.41%Median value: $213,362
Green County
1.41%Median value: $286,912
Iowa County
1.41%Median value: $157,742
Lafayette County
1.41%Median value: $231,292
Richland County
1.41%Median value: $304,842
Vernon County
1.41%Median value: $175,671
Crawford County
1.41%Median value: $249,221
Trempealeau County
1.41%Median value: $322,771
Sauk County
1.40%Median value: $197,264
Columbia County
1.40%Median value: $270,814
Grant County
1.40%Median value: $344,364
Dunn County
1.40%Median value: $215,194
Barron County
1.40%Median value: $288,743
Polk County
1.40%Median value: $159,573
Douglas County
1.40%Median value: $233,123
Oneida County
1.40%Median value: $306,673
Waupaca County
1.40%Median value: $177,503
Monroe County
1.40%Median value: $251,053
Marinette County
1.40%Median value: $324,603
Fond du Lac County
1.39%Median value: $199,095
Ozaukee County
1.39%Median value: $272,645
Eau Claire County
1.39%Median value: $346,195
St. Croix County
1.39%Median value: $217,025
Chippewa County
1.39%Median value: $290,575
Wood County
1.39%Median value: $161,405
Dodge County
1.39%Median value: $234,955
Jefferson County
1.39%Median value: $308,504
Manitowoc County
1.39%Median value: $179,334
Calumet County
1.39%Median value: $252,884
Portage County
1.39%Median value: $326,434
Racine County
1.38%Median value: $274,477
Outagamie County
1.38%Median value: $348,027
Winnebago County
1.38%Median value: $218,856
Kenosha County
1.38%Median value: $292,406
Rock County
1.38%Median value: $163,236
Marathon County
1.38%Median value: $236,786
Washington County
1.38%Median value: $310,336
La Crosse County
1.38%Median value: $181,166
Sheboygan County
1.38%Median value: $254,716
Walworth County
1.38%Median value: $328,266
Dane County
1.37%Median value: $182,997
Milwaukee County
1.37%Median value: $256,547
Waukesha County
1.37%Median value: $330,097
Brown County
1.37%Median value: $200,927
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Wisconsin has an effective property tax rate of 1.61%, ranking #7 highest in the nation. The median home value is $253,400, and the median annual property tax payment is $4,083.
Property taxes in Wisconsin are above the national median rate of 1.02%. Homeowners should factor this higher rate into their housing costs when budgeting or comparing to other states.
Property tax exemptions in Wisconsin
Wisconsin offers several property tax exemptions to eligible homeowners. Common exemptions include homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for residents over 65, veteran exemptions for military service members, and disability exemptions. Contact your county assessor's office for specific eligibility requirements and application deadlines.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin has an effective property tax rate of 1.61%, ranking #7 highest in the nation. The median annual property tax payment is $4,083 on a $253,400 home.
How does Wisconsin property tax compare to the national average?
The national median effective property tax rate is 1.02%. Wisconsin's rate of 1.61% is above the national median of 1.02%, meaning homeowners in Wisconsin pay more relative to their home values.
Which county in Wisconsin has the highest property tax?
Pepin County has the highest effective property tax rate in Wisconsin at 1.44%.
Which county in Wisconsin has the lowest property tax?
Brown County has the lowest effective property tax rate in Wisconsin at 1.37%.
What property tax exemptions are available in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin offers several property tax exemptions including homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for residents over 65, veteran exemptions for military service members, and disability exemptions. Contact your county assessor's office for specific eligibility requirements.