Eau Claire County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 27,183.
The median annual property tax in Eau Claire County is $3,461, which is 12% higher than the Wisconsin state average and 80% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $242,400. Property taxes represent 4.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,461
+12% vs State
+80% vs US
Median Home Value
$242,400
+11% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.43%
-1% vs State
+51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,549
$296/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,341
$278/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 | $3,461 +2.6% | 1.43% |
| 2022 | $3,374 +5.6% | 1.49% |
| 2021 | $3,195 +2.5% | 1.64% |
| 2020 | $3,116 +4.2% | 1.73% |
| 2019 | $2,991 | 1.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,834
per year
Monthly Tax
$288
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Rock County
Tax: $3,652/yr Rate: 1.69%
Vilas County
Tax: $2,166/yr Rate: 0.80%
Lafayette County
Tax: $2,980/yr Rate: 1.64%
Marinette County
Tax: $1,950/yr Rate: 1.26%
Forest County
Tax: $1,988/yr Rate: 1.17%
Richland County
Tax: $2,579/yr Rate: 1.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Eau Claire County is $3,461 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $242,400.
How does Eau Claire County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Eau Claire County are 80% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Eau Claire County? ▼
In Eau Claire County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,549 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,341. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Eau Claire County? ▼
Property taxes in Eau Claire County represent approximately 4.8% of the median household income of $71,834. 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.