Milwaukee County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 193,761.
The median annual property tax in Milwaukee County is $4,406, which is 43% higher than the Wisconsin state average and 129% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.04% on a median home value of $216,500. Property taxes represent 7.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,406
+43% vs State
+129% vs US
Median Home Value
$216,500
-1% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.04%
+42% vs State
+115% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,483
$374/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,252
$354/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 | $4,406 +2.2% | 2.04% |
| 2022 | $4,313 +7.0% | 2.16% |
| 2021 | $4,029 +3.1% | 2.34% |
| 2020 | $3,909 +0.5% | 2.38% |
| 2019 | $3,889 | 2.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,118
per year
Monthly Tax
$367
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Richland County
Tax: $2,579/yr Rate: 1.41%
Wood County
Tax: $2,629/yr Rate: 1.56%
Door County
Tax: $3,350/yr Rate: 1.10%
Iowa County
Tax: $3,864/yr Rate: 1.56%
Sheboygan County
Tax: $3,234/yr Rate: 1.48%
Calumet County
Tax: $3,830/yr Rate: 1.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Milwaukee County is $4,406 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.04% on a median home value of $216,500.
How does Milwaukee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Milwaukee County are 129% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.04% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Milwaukee County? ▼
In Milwaukee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,483 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,252. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Milwaukee County? ▼
Property taxes in Milwaukee County represent approximately 7.1% of the median household income of $62,118. 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.