Oconto County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 14,047.
The median annual property tax in Oconto County is $2,651, which is 14% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 38% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $212,000. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,651
-14% vs State
+38% vs US
Median Home Value
$212,000
-3% vs State
+0% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
-13% vs State
+32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,743
$229/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,499
$208/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 | $2,651 +2.8% | 1.25% |
| 2022 | $2,579 +4.6% | 1.32% |
| 2021 | $2,466 +5.7% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $2,333 +0.5% | 1.44% |
| 2019 | $2,322 | 1.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,886
per year
Monthly Tax
$221
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Buffalo County
Tax: $2,811/yr Rate: 1.42%
Pepin County
Tax: $2,875/yr Rate: 1.47%
Kewaunee County
Tax: $3,083/yr Rate: 1.48%
Calumet County
Tax: $3,830/yr Rate: 1.52%
Dunn County
Tax: $3,325/yr Rate: 1.47%
Marinette County
Tax: $1,950/yr Rate: 1.26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Oconto County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Oconto County is $2,651 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $212,000.
How does Oconto County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Oconto County are 38% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Oconto County? ▼
In Oconto County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,743 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,499. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Oconto County? ▼
Property taxes in Oconto County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $75,886. 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.