Brown County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 71,240.
The median annual property tax in Brown County is $3,593, which is 17% higher than the Wisconsin state average and 87% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $245,900. Property taxes represent 4.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,593
+17% vs State
+87% vs US
Median Home Value
$245,900
+13% vs State
+16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.46%
+1% vs State
+54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,625
$302/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,532
$294/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 | $3,593 +2.7% | 1.46% |
| 2022 | $3,499 +6.3% | 1.54% |
| 2021 | $3,292 +3.0% | 1.70% |
| 2020 | $3,195 +0.1% | 1.76% |
| 2019 | $3,191 | 1.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,490
per year
Monthly Tax
$299
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Iron County
Tax: $1,777/yr Rate: 1.14%
Polk County
Tax: $2,947/yr Rate: 1.22%
Dunn County
Tax: $3,325/yr Rate: 1.47%
Fond du Lac County
Tax: $3,311/yr Rate: 1.58%
La Crosse County
Tax: $3,963/yr Rate: 1.63%
Washington County
Tax: $3,795/yr Rate: 1.20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Brown County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Brown County is $3,593 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $245,900.
How does Brown County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Brown County are 87% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Brown County? ▼
In Brown County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,625 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,532. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Brown County? ▼
Property taxes in Brown County represent approximately 4.6% of the median household income of $77,490. 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.