Jefferson County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 25,124.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $3,988, which is 29% higher than the Wisconsin state average and 107% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $253,800. Property taxes represent 4.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,988
+29% vs State
+107% vs US
Median Home Value
$253,800
+17% vs State
+20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.57%
+9% vs State
+65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,093
$341/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,833
$319/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 | $3,988 +1.9% | 1.57% |
| 2022 | $3,914 +7.6% | 1.64% |
| 2021 | $3,639 +3.1% | 1.75% |
| 2020 | $3,530 +0.4% | 1.82% |
| 2019 | $3,515 | 1.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,604
per year
Monthly Tax
$332
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Monroe County
Tax: $2,801/yr Rate: 1.42%
Columbia County
Tax: $3,826/yr Rate: 1.48%
Waupaca County
Tax: $2,876/yr Rate: 1.49%
Adams County
Tax: $2,397/yr Rate: 1.30%
Milwaukee County
Tax: $4,406/yr Rate: 2.04%
Marathon County
Tax: $3,108/yr Rate: 1.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $3,988 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $253,800.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 107% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,093 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,833. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $80,604. 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.