10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Wisconsin
If you are comparing property taxes across Wisconsin, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Menominee County, comes in at 3.64% — 2.12% higher than the Wisconsin average (1.51%). The statewide effective rate is 1.51%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Menominee County | 3.64% | $3,527 | $97,000 |
| 2 | Milwaukee County | 2.04% | $4,406 | $216,500 |
| 3 | Dane County | 1.71% | $6,276 | $366,100 |
| 4 | Winnebago County | 1.71% | $3,573 | $208,600 |
| 5 | Racine County | 1.70% | $4,071 | $239,400 |
| 6 | Rock County | 1.69% | $3,652 | $215,900 |
| 7 | Kenosha County | 1.69% | $4,180 | $247,800 |
| 8 | Green County | 1.64% | $3,882 | $236,900 |
| 9 | Crawford County | 1.64% | $2,868 | $175,100 |
| 10 | Lafayette County | 1.64% | $2,980 | $182,100 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Wisconsin often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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