Washburn County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 6,090.
The median annual property tax in Washburn County is $2,305, which is 25% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 20% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $207,900. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,305
-25% vs State
+20% vs US
Median Home Value
$207,900
-5% vs State
-2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.11%
-23% vs State
+17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,230
$186/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,413
$201/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 | $2,305 +1.3% | 1.11% |
| 2022 | $2,276 +7.1% | 1.16% |
| 2021 | $2,126 +4.8% | 1.25% |
| 2020 | $2,029 +0.9% | 1.24% |
| 2019 | $2,011 | 1.28% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,270
per year
Monthly Tax
$192
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Wood County
Tax: $2,629/yr Rate: 1.56%
Jefferson County
Tax: $3,988/yr Rate: 1.57%
Taylor County
Tax: $2,647/yr Rate: 1.42%
Oneida County
Tax: $2,146/yr Rate: 0.94%
Pierce County
Tax: $4,552/yr Rate: 1.48%
Door County
Tax: $3,350/yr Rate: 1.10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washburn County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washburn County is $2,305 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $207,900.
How does Washburn County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washburn County are 20% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.11% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washburn County? ▼
In Washburn County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,230 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,413. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washburn County? ▼
Property taxes in Washburn County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $61,270. 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.