10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Wyoming
If you are comparing property taxes across Wyoming, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Washakie County, comes in at 0.70% — 0.12% higher than the Wyoming average (0.58%). The statewide effective rate is 0.58%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washakie County | 0.70% | $1,321 | $188,600 |
| 2 | Weston County | 0.68% | $1,460 | $214,000 |
| 3 | Fremont County | 0.63% | $1,591 | $252,700 |
| 4 | Natrona County | 0.62% | $1,608 | $260,400 |
| 5 | Sweetwater County | 0.60% | $1,469 | $242,900 |
| 6 | Goshen County | 0.59% | $1,395 | $234,600 |
| 7 | Platte County | 0.59% | $1,464 | $248,900 |
| 8 | Big Horn County | 0.58% | $1,156 | $198,200 |
| 9 | Laramie County | 0.58% | $1,893 | $324,900 |
| 10 | Converse County | 0.58% | $1,557 | $269,700 |
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 Wyoming 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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