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Wisconsin Property Tax Estimator

Estimate property tax for any county in Wisconsin, based on median effective rates from the US Census Bureau. Covers 72 counties.

Lowest county rate

0.69%

Vilas County

Highest county rate

1.82%

Milwaukee County

Counties covered

72

Data vintage

2024

Adams County median effective rate1.21%
County median tax paid (2024)$2,407
Rates updated for June 2026

Estimated property tax for a $300,000 home in Adams County

Estimated annual

$3,630

Estimated monthly

$303

This is an estimate based on the county median effective rate, not a precise tax bill. Your actual property tax depends on your home's assessed value, local mill rate, and any exemptions you qualify for.

This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation. Rates last verified June 2026.

Verify rates on Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle Fritts

Wisconsin property tax rates by county

Sorted highest to lowest median effective rate. Source: Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle Fritts.

CountyMedian tax paidMedian effective rateYoY change
Milwaukee County$4,4441.82%-2.2%
Dane County$6,4201.57%-0.8%
Rock County$3,7031.49%-1.6%
La Crosse County$3,9471.46%-3.4%
Racine County$4,0991.44%-2.3%
Winnebago County$3,6791.43%-0.1%
Kenosha County$4,1791.42%-3.0%
Green County$4,0031.41%0.0%
Wood County$2,6971.36%-0.5%
Calumet County$3,8771.35%-1.8%
Fond du Lac County$3,3651.35%-1.4%
Marathon County$3,2181.35%+0.4%
Outagamie County$3,6681.34%-0.6%
Trempealeau County$3,3721.32%+0.1%
Iowa County$4,0381.31%+1.4%
Manitowoc County$2,6951.31%-1.7%
Ashland County$2,4131.30%-0.6%
Brown County$3,6631.30%-1.1%
Pierce County$4,5511.30%-3.0%
Taylor County$2,7481.30%+0.7%
Portage County$3,4921.28%-0.3%
Columbia County$3,8551.27%-2.3%
Eau Claire County$3,5141.27%-1.5%
Juneau County$2,6051.27%+0.4%
Kewaunee County$3,1901.27%+0.4%
Waupaca County$2,9241.26%-1.4%
Dunn County$3,3801.25%-1.4%
Florence County$2,0961.25%-8.6%
Monroe County$2,8261.25%-2.1%
Lafayette County$3,0531.24%-0.6%
Sauk County$3,7551.23%-0.1%
Sheboygan County$3,2361.23%-2.9%
Barron County$2,8431.22%-2.3%
Dodge County$3,4221.22%-2.2%
Jefferson County$4,0051.22%-2.6%
Adams County$2,4071.21%-2.6%
Clark County$2,5051.20%-1.5%
Grant County$2,7291.20%-1.3%
Shawano County$2,6441.19%-0.9%
Ozaukee County$4,6311.17%-3.0%
Pepin County$2,9221.17%-1.4%
Price County$2,1501.17%-1.2%
Walworth County$4,0361.17%-1.2%
Jackson County$2,7251.16%-1.1%
Lincoln County$2,5491.16%-2.3%
Marquette County$2,6591.15%-4.8%
Vernon County$2,9781.14%+0.2%
Douglas County$2,5991.13%-1.7%
Crawford County$2,8611.12%-3.2%
Marinette County$1,9071.11%-5.1%
Waukesha County$4,5541.11%-2.4%
Waushara County$2,4641.11%-2.8%
St. Croix County$4,4201.10%-0.2%
Richland County$2,7351.09%+2.9%
Green Lake County$2,7181.08%-2.7%
Langlade County$1,9721.07%-1.7%
Menominee County$3,9261.07%+8.0%
Polk County$3,0751.07%+1.2%
Washington County$3,8021.06%-2.8%
Oconto County$2,7271.05%-0.2%
Buffalo County$2,8081.04%-3.1%
Rusk County$1,8341.03%-3.0%
Chippewa County$2,7980.98%-1.4%
Iron County$1,7680.98%-3.5%
Washburn County$2,3770.98%0.0%
Door County$3,4860.97%+0.9%
Bayfield County$2,4250.92%-3.3%
Forest County$1,9880.90%-3.0%
Burnett County$2,1400.88%+1.2%
Oneida County$2,1230.84%-4.0%
Sawyer County$1,8970.77%-3.1%
Vilas County$2,1970.69%-1.6%

Median effective rate = total real estate taxes paid ÷ total home value, for owner-occupied housing (2024 American Community Survey). YoY change is the inflation-adjusted change in taxes paid, 2023–2024. "N/A" indicates the Census Bureau's sample size was too small for a reliable county-level estimate.

Frequently asked questions

What is the property tax rate in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin's effective property tax rate varies significantly by county — from about 0.69% in Vilas County to about 1.82% in Milwaukee County. This is based on the median amount homeowners actually pay relative to their home's value (US Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey), not a single statutory rate. Select your county above to see its specific median rate.
What county has the highest property tax rate in Wisconsin?
Milwaukee County has the highest median effective property tax rate in Wisconsin, at approximately 1.82%. This means homeowners there typically pay about 1.82% of their home's value in property tax each year, based on US Census Bureau data. Actual bills vary by individual assessment and any exemptions.
What county has the lowest property tax rate in Wisconsin?
Vilas County has the lowest median effective property tax rate in Wisconsin, at approximately 0.69%. This means homeowners there typically pay about 0.69% of their home's value in property tax each year, based on US Census Bureau data. Actual bills vary by individual assessment and any exemptions.
Why is this an estimate and not my exact property tax bill?
Property tax in Wisconsin, like everywhere in the US, is calculated using your home's assessed value and the local mill rate set by your county, city, and school district — not a flat statewide percentage. Our estimator uses the county median effective rate (what a typical homeowner actually pays, relative to home value) to give you a reasonable estimate. Your actual bill depends on your specific assessment and any exemptions you qualify for.