Polk County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 15,279.
The median annual property tax in Polk County is $2,947, which is 4% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 53% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $241,200. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,947
-4% vs State
+53% vs US
Median Home Value
$241,200
+11% vs State
+14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
-15% vs State
+28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,953
$246/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,935
$245/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 | $2,947 +1.0% | 1.22% |
| 2022 | $2,919 +4.2% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | $2,801 +3.6% | 1.44% |
| 2020 | $2,704 +0.5% | 1.53% |
| 2019 | $2,690 | 1.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,208
per year
Monthly Tax
$246
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Ozaukee County
Tax: $4,629/yr Rate: 1.25%
Waupaca County
Tax: $2,876/yr Rate: 1.49%
Kenosha County
Tax: $4,180/yr Rate: 1.69%
Green Lake County
Tax: $2,709/yr Rate: 1.31%
Trempealeau County
Tax: $3,269/yr Rate: 1.61%
Chippewa County
Tax: $2,754/yr Rate: 1.16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Polk County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Polk County is $2,947 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $241,200.
How does Polk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Polk County are 53% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Polk County? ▼
In Polk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,953 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,935. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Polk County? ▼
Property taxes in Polk County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $76,208. 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.