Estimate your Wisconsin property tax based on the state's 1.53% average effective rate. Enter your home value for an instant, free calculation.
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Wisconsin has a moderately high effective property tax rate of 1.53%, ranking 6th nationally. The state's heavy reliance on property taxes to fund schools and local government drives rates above the national average.
Wisconsin assesses property at fair market value and uses an equalization process to ensure consistency across municipalities. School district levies are the largest component of most property tax bills.
| Home Value | Estimated Annual Tax | Monthly (Escrow) |
|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $3,825 | $318/mo |
| $237,800 (median) | $3,638 | $303/mo |
| $600,000 | $9,180 | $765/mo |
Wisconsin's Homestead Credit is a refundable income tax credit for lower-income homeowners and renters based on property tax as a percentage of income. The Farmland Preservation Credit and Managed Forest Law provide relief for agricultural and forestry properties.
Wisconsin property taxes are due January 31 in full, or in installments on January 31 and July 31.
Dane County (Madison) and Milwaukee County have the highest rates. Waukesha and Ozaukee counties (Milwaukee suburbs) have higher home values with comparable rates. Door County has high seasonal home values.