Barron County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 15,058.
The median annual property tax in Barron County is $2,823, which is 8% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 47% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.42% on a median home value of $198,300. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,823
-8% vs State
+47% vs US
Median Home Value
$198,300
-9% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.42%
-1% vs State
+49% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,817
$235/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,831
$236/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,823 +3.5% | 1.42% |
| 2022 | $2,728 +5.5% | 1.49% |
| 2021 | $2,587 +1.2% | 1.58% |
| 2020 | $2,557 +2.0% | 1.61% |
| 2019 | $2,506 | 1.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,619
per year
Monthly Tax
$235
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Green County
Tax: $3,882/yr Rate: 1.64%
Grant County
Tax: $2,683/yr Rate: 1.44%
Marathon County
Tax: $3,108/yr Rate: 1.51%
Vernon County
Tax: $2,883/yr Rate: 1.37%
Chippewa County
Tax: $2,754/yr Rate: 1.16%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,672/yr Rate: 1.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Barron County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Barron County is $2,823 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.42% on a median home value of $198,300.
How does Barron County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Barron County are 47% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.42% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Barron County? ▼
In Barron County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,817 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,831. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Barron County? ▼
Property taxes in Barron County represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $64,619. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.