Wisconsin property tax calculator
Estimate your Wisconsin property tax by county. The statewide average effective rate is 1.32%, #10 of 51 among states and DC. Pick your county below for a closer number.
Pick your state and county and enter your home value. Your estimate shows up here.
An estimate, not a tax bill. Effective rates are county medians of taxes paid divided by home value (Tax Foundation 2025, ACS 2020-2024). Your bill depends on your exemptions, school district and local levies.
Wisconsin property tax rates by county
Effective rate = median property tax paid divided by median home value, owner-occupied homes. Counties with a link have a Grove Hopper appeal guide with the deadline and forms.
| County | Rate | Median tax | Median home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams County | 1.21% | $2,407 | $200,800 |
| Ashland County | 1.30% | $2,413 | $170,300 |
| Barron County | 1.22% | $2,843 | $216,600 |
| Bayfield County | 0.92% | $2,425 | $240,800 |
| Brown County | 1.30% | $3,663 | $266,000 |
| Buffalo County | 1.04% | $2,808 | $213,300 |
| Burnett County | 0.88% | $2,140 | $231,300 |
| Calumet County | 1.35% | $3,877 | $274,200 |
| Chippewa County | 0.98% | $2,798 | $257,900 |
| Clark County | 1.20% | $2,505 | $172,800 |
| Columbia County | 1.27% | $3,855 | $283,200 |
| Crawford County | 1.12% | $2,861 | $183,400 |
| Dane County | 1.57% | $6,420 | $394,800 |
| Dodge County | 1.22% | $3,422 | $231,900 |
| Door County | 0.97% | $3,486 | $342,600 |
| Douglas County | 1.13% | $2,599 | $205,800 |
| Dunn County | 1.25% | $3,380 | $243,200 |
| Eau Claire County | 1.27% | $3,514 | $261,000 |
| Florence County | 1.25% | $2,096 | $173,200 |
| Fond du Lac County | 1.35% | $3,365 | $222,800 |
| Forest County | 0.90% | $1,988 | $185,000 |
| Grant County | 1.20% | $2,729 | $200,700 |
| Green County | 1.41% | $4,003 | $250,200 |
| Green Lake County | 1.08% | $2,718 | $215,400 |
| Iowa County | 1.31% | $4,038 | $265,000 |
| Iron County | 0.98% | $1,768 | $165,900 |
| Jackson County | 1.16% | $2,725 | $196,100 |
| Jefferson County | 1.22% | $4,005 | $274,100 |
| Juneau County | 1.27% | $2,605 | $177,700 |
| Kenosha County | 1.42% | $4,179 | $265,500 |
| Kewaunee County | 1.27% | $3,190 | $222,200 |
| La Crosse County | 1.46% | $3,947 | $257,000 |
| Lafayette County | 1.24% | $3,053 | $194,500 |
| Langlade County | 1.07% | $1,972 | $158,200 |
| Lincoln County | 1.16% | $2,549 | $192,700 |
| Manitowoc County | 1.31% | $2,695 | $186,900 |
| Marathon County | 1.35% | $3,218 | $219,600 |
| Marinette County | 1.11% | $1,907 | $158,600 |
| Marquette County | 1.15% | $2,659 | $210,400 |
| Menominee County | 1.07% | $3,926 | $110,200 |
| Milwaukee County | 1.82% | $4,444 | $230,700 |
| Monroe County | 1.25% | $2,826 | $210,000 |
| Oconto County | 1.05% | $2,727 | $231,400 |
| Oneida County | 0.84% | $2,123 | $238,400 |
| Outagamie County | 1.34% | $3,668 | $267,300 |
| Ozaukee County | 1.17% | $4,631 | $390,200 |
| Pepin County | 1.17% | $2,922 | $214,800 |
| Pierce County | 1.30% | $4,551 | $333,700 |
| Polk County | 1.07% | $3,075 | $271,900 |
| Portage County | 1.28% | $3,492 | $243,100 |
| Price County | 1.17% | $2,150 | $162,500 |
| Racine County | 1.44% | $4,099 | $251,400 |
| Richland County | 1.09% | $2,735 | $197,500 |
| Rock County | 1.49% | $3,703 | $231,600 |
| Rusk County | 1.03% | $1,834 | $163,400 |
| Sauk County | 1.23% | $3,755 | $258,600 |
| Sawyer County | 0.77% | $1,897 | $236,200 |
| Shawano County | 1.19% | $2,644 | $194,000 |
| Sheboygan County | 1.23% | $3,236 | $232,700 |
| St. Croix County | 1.10% | $4,420 | $377,700 |
| Taylor County | 1.30% | $2,748 | $197,100 |
| Trempealeau County | 1.32% | $3,372 | $216,700 |
| Vernon County | 1.14% | $2,978 | $223,800 |
| Vilas County | 0.69% | $2,197 | $300,000 |
| Walworth County | 1.17% | $4,036 | $302,700 |
| Washburn County | 0.98% | $2,377 | $226,100 |
| Washington County | 1.06% | $3,802 | $344,800 |
| Waukesha County | 1.11% | $4,554 | $398,200 |
| Waupaca County | 1.26% | $2,924 | $211,400 |
| Waushara County | 1.11% | $2,464 | $203,100 |
| Winnebago County | 1.43% | $3,679 | $225,800 |
| Wood County | 1.36% | $2,697 | $175,600 |
Wisconsin property tax FAQs
What is the average property tax rate in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin's average effective property tax rate is 1.32% of home value, which ranks #10 of 51 among the states and DC (#1 is highest). Source: Tax Foundation 2025 (ACS 2020-2024 median taxes paid / median home value).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 home in Wisconsin?
At the Wisconsin average of 1.32%, about $5,280 a year. By county it ranges from about $2,760 in Vilas County (0.69%) to about $7,280 in Milwaukee County (1.82%).
Which Wisconsin county has the highest property tax rate?
Milwaukee County has the highest average effective rate in the dataset at 1.82%. Vilas County has the lowest at 0.69%. Source: Tax Foundation 2025 (ACS 2020-2024 median taxes paid / median home value).
How can I lower my Wisconsin property tax bill?
The main lever is your assessed value. If it is higher than what similar nearby homes sell for, you can appeal it, and also check whether you qualify for exemptions. Appeals are filed by the homeowner with the county or local board, and deadlines vary by county.
Appealing in Wisconsin? See the Wisconsin county appeal guides →
Source: Tax Foundation 2025 (ACS 2020-2024 median taxes paid / median home value), taxfoundation.org. Estimates are not tax bills. Grove Hopper is a research tool with reminders and document preparation, not attorneys, accountants or a tax firm.