Racine County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 56,283.
The median annual property tax in Racine County is $4,071, which is 32% higher than the Wisconsin state average and 112% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $239,400. Property taxes represent 5.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,071
+32% vs State
+112% vs US
Median Home Value
$239,400
+10% vs State
+13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.70%
+18% vs State
+79% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,194
$350/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,866
$322/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 | $4,071 +2.2% | 1.70% |
| 2022 | $3,984 +5.9% | 1.76% |
| 2021 | $3,763 +2.8% | 1.93% |
| 2020 | $3,659 +1.3% | 1.95% |
| 2019 | $3,611 | 2.05% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,331
per year
Monthly Tax
$339
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Sawyer County
Tax: $1,899/yr Rate: 0.85%
Columbia County
Tax: $3,826/yr Rate: 1.48%
Iowa County
Tax: $3,864/yr Rate: 1.56%
Sheboygan County
Tax: $3,234/yr Rate: 1.48%
Rock County
Tax: $3,652/yr Rate: 1.69%
Milwaukee County
Tax: $4,406/yr Rate: 2.04%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Racine County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Racine County is $4,071 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $239,400.
How does Racine County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Racine County are 112% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Racine County? ▼
In Racine County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,194 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,866. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Racine County? ▼
Property taxes in Racine County represent approximately 5.4% of the median household income of $75,331. 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.