Dane County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 141,699.
The median annual property tax in Dane County is $6,276, which is 104% higher than the Wisconsin state average and 226% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.71% on a median home value of $366,100. Property taxes represent 7.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,276
+104% vs State
+226% vs US
Median Home Value
$366,100
+68% vs State
+73% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.71%
+19% vs State
+80% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,286
$524/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,252
$521/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 | $6,276 +2.8% | 1.71% |
| 2022 | $6,103 +9.0% | 1.78% |
| 2021 | $5,601 +5.1% | 1.90% |
| 2020 | $5,327 +3.5% | 1.92% |
| 2019 | $5,145 | 1.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$88,108
per year
Monthly Tax
$523
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Milwaukee County
Tax: $4,406/yr Rate: 2.04%
Kenosha County
Tax: $4,180/yr Rate: 1.69%
Waupaca County
Tax: $2,876/yr Rate: 1.49%
Monroe County
Tax: $2,801/yr Rate: 1.42%
St. Croix County
Tax: $4,297/yr Rate: 1.23%
Vilas County
Tax: $2,166/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dane County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dane County is $6,276 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.71% on a median home value of $366,100.
How does Dane County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dane County are 226% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.71% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dane County? ▼
In Dane County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,286 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,252. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dane County? ▼
Property taxes in Dane County represent approximately 7.1% of the median household income of $88,108. 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.