Wisconsin Property Tax Calculator
Estimate your Wisconsin property tax for the 2026 tax year. Enter your home's assessed value and county to see your annual bill, including county rates (1.0%–2.5%+), homestead credit, and lottery credit.Updated 2026
Wisconsin Property Tax Estimator — Quick Look
Estimated annual property tax for common home values.
| Assessed Value | County | Tax Rate | Annual Tax | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | Milwaukee (2.0%) | 2.00% | $4,000 | $333 |
| $250,000 | Milwaukee (2.0%) | 2.00% | $5,000 | $417 |
| $250,000 | Dane (1.8%) | 1.80% | $4,500 | $375 |
| $250,000 | Waukesha (1.7%) | 1.70% | $4,250 | $354 |
| $400,000 | Milwaukee (2.0%) | 2.00% | $8,000 | $667 |
* Estimates for primary residence with homestead and lottery credits. Actual tax varies by city and school district.
Wisconsin Property Tax Information 2026
Average Effective Rate: 1.5%–2.0% County + City + School
Assessment Ratio: Residential property assessed at 100% of market value.
Key Programs:
- Homestead Credit: State-paid credit for low to moderate income homeowners
- Lottery Credit: Credit from state lottery revenue for primary residences
- Senior Exemption: 65+ homeowners may qualify for additional exemptions
- Disabled Veterans Exemption: Available for qualifying disabled veterans
Tax Composition: School ~50%, County ~20%, City ~20%, Special districts ~10%
Source: Wisconsin Department of Revenue — revenue.wi.gov · Updated July 2026
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📊 Data Methodology
Wisconsin property tax calculations use county-specific rates from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. 100% assessment ratio applies. Homestead credit and lottery credit included for primary residences. Source: WI DOR · Updated July 2026