Bayfield County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 6,309.
The median annual property tax in Bayfield County is $2,432, which is 21% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 26% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $228,100. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,432
-21% vs State
+26% vs US
Median Home Value
$228,100
+5% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.07%
-26% vs State
+13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,495
$208/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,367
$197/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 | $2,432 +0.8% | 1.07% |
| 2022 | $2,412 +5.2% | 1.12% |
| 2021 | $2,293 +2.8% | 1.23% |
| 2020 | $2,230 +1.2% | 1.26% |
| 2019 | $2,203 | 1.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,609
per year
Monthly Tax
$203
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Waushara County
Tax: $2,458/yr Rate: 1.32%
Grant County
Tax: $2,683/yr Rate: 1.44%
Lafayette County
Tax: $2,980/yr Rate: 1.64%
Oneida County
Tax: $2,146/yr Rate: 0.94%
Manitowoc County
Tax: $2,660/yr Rate: 1.54%
Lincoln County
Tax: $2,530/yr Rate: 1.42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bayfield County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bayfield County is $2,432 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $228,100.
How does Bayfield County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bayfield County are 26% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.07% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bayfield County? ▼
In Bayfield County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,495 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,367. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bayfield County? ▼
Property taxes in Bayfield County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $69,609. 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.