Burnett County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 6,045.
The median annual property tax in Burnett County is $2,052, which is 33% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 7% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $215,500. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,052
-33% vs State
+7% vs US
Median Home Value
$215,500
-1% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.95%
-34% vs State
+0% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,070
$173/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,033
$169/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 | $2,052 +0.2% | 0.95% |
| 2022 | $2,047 +6.0% | 1.02% |
| 2021 | $1,932 +3.8% | 1.11% |
| 2020 | $1,861 +0.2% | 1.14% |
| 2019 | $1,858 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,664
per year
Monthly Tax
$171
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Door County
Tax: $3,350/yr Rate: 1.10%
Grant County
Tax: $2,683/yr Rate: 1.44%
Racine County
Tax: $4,071/yr Rate: 1.70%
Pierce County
Tax: $4,552/yr Rate: 1.48%
Wood County
Tax: $2,629/yr Rate: 1.56%
Richland County
Tax: $2,579/yr Rate: 1.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Burnett County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Burnett County is $2,052 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $215,500.
How does Burnett County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Burnett County are 7% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.95% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Burnett County? ▼
In Burnett County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,070 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,033. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Burnett County? ▼
Property taxes in Burnett County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $61,664. 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.