Iron County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 2,563.
The median annual property tax in Iron County is $1,777, which is 42% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 8% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.14% on a median home value of $155,200. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,777
-42% vs State
-8% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,200
-29% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.14%
-21% vs State
+20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,783
$149/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,768
$147/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 | $1,777 +0.9% | 1.14% |
| 2022 | $1,761 -0.3% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,766 +0.3% | 1.40% |
| 2020 | $1,761 +3.6% | 1.35% |
| 2019 | $1,699 | 1.43% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,058
per year
Monthly Tax
$148
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Buffalo County
Tax: $2,811/yr Rate: 1.42%
Douglas County
Tax: $2,564/yr Rate: 1.35%
Polk County
Tax: $2,947/yr Rate: 1.22%
Rusk County
Tax: $1,834/yr Rate: 1.21%
Adams County
Tax: $2,397/yr Rate: 1.30%
Vilas County
Tax: $2,166/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Iron County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Iron County is $1,777 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.14% on a median home value of $155,200.
How does Iron County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Iron County are 8% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.14% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Iron County? ▼
In Iron County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,783 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,768. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Iron County? ▼
Property taxes in Iron County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $59,058. 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.