Lafayette County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 5,300.
The median annual property tax in Lafayette County is $2,980, which is 3% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 55% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $182,100. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,980
-3% vs State
+55% vs US
Median Home Value
$182,100
-16% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.64%
+14% vs State
+73% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,058
$255/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,886
$241/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 | $2,980 +1.1% | 1.64% |
| 2022 | $2,947 +4.2% | 1.77% |
| 2021 | $2,829 +3.5% | 1.88% |
| 2020 | $2,734 -0.6% | 1.90% |
| 2019 | $2,751 | 1.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,091
per year
Monthly Tax
$248
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Waupaca County
Tax: $2,876/yr Rate: 1.49%
Racine County
Tax: $4,071/yr Rate: 1.70%
Sheboygan County
Tax: $3,234/yr Rate: 1.48%
Trempealeau County
Tax: $3,269/yr Rate: 1.61%
Pierce County
Tax: $4,552/yr Rate: 1.48%
Shawano County
Tax: $2,588/yr Rate: 1.45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lafayette County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lafayette County is $2,980 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $182,100.
How does Lafayette County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lafayette County are 55% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lafayette County? ▼
In Lafayette County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,058 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,886. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lafayette County? ▼
Property taxes in Lafayette County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $72,091. 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.