Sauk County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 20,054.
The median annual property tax in Sauk County is $3,646, which is 18% higher than the Wisconsin state average and 90% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.50% on a median home value of $242,400. Property taxes represent 4.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,646
+18% vs State
+90% vs US
Median Home Value
$242,400
+11% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.50%
+4% vs State
+58% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,758
$313/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,397
$283/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 | $3,646 +2.7% | 1.50% |
| 2022 | $3,550 +7.3% | 1.56% |
| 2021 | $3,309 +3.1% | 1.69% |
| 2020 | $3,208 -1.1% | 1.73% |
| 2019 | $3,245 | 1.78% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,648
per year
Monthly Tax
$304
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Adams County
Tax: $2,397/yr Rate: 1.30%
La Crosse County
Tax: $3,963/yr Rate: 1.63%
Rusk County
Tax: $1,834/yr Rate: 1.21%
Marquette County
Tax: $2,709/yr Rate: 1.35%
Jefferson County
Tax: $3,988/yr Rate: 1.57%
Marinette County
Tax: $1,950/yr Rate: 1.26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sauk County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sauk County is $3,646 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.50% on a median home value of $242,400.
How does Sauk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sauk County are 90% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sauk County? ▼
In Sauk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,758 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,397. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sauk County? ▼
Property taxes in Sauk County represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $77,648. 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.