Rusk County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 4,852.
The median annual property tax in Rusk County is $1,834, which is 40% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 5% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $152,000. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,834
-40% vs State
-5% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,000
-30% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.21%
-16% vs State
+27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,893
$158/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,777
$148/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 | $1,834 -1.0% | 1.21% |
| 2022 | $1,853 +7.4% | 1.28% |
| 2021 | $1,726 +1.4% | 1.45% |
| 2020 | $1,703 -0.7% | 1.52% |
| 2019 | $1,715 | 1.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,322
per year
Monthly Tax
$153
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Dane County
Tax: $6,276/yr Rate: 1.71%
Oneida County
Tax: $2,146/yr Rate: 0.94%
Kewaunee County
Tax: $3,083/yr Rate: 1.48%
Adams County
Tax: $2,397/yr Rate: 1.30%
Richland County
Tax: $2,579/yr Rate: 1.41%
Marquette County
Tax: $2,709/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rusk County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rusk County is $1,834 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $152,000.
How does Rusk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rusk County are 5% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.21% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rusk County? ▼
In Rusk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,893 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,777. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rusk County? ▼
Property taxes in Rusk County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $58,322. 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.