Kenosha County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 45,743.
The median annual property tax in Kenosha County is $4,180, which is 36% higher than the Wisconsin state average and 117% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.69% on a median home value of $247,800. Property taxes represent 5.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,180
+36% vs State
+117% vs US
Median Home Value
$247,800
+14% vs State
+17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.69%
+17% vs State
+78% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,256
$355/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,018
$335/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 | $4,180 +1.2% | 1.69% |
| 2022 | $4,132 +7.4% | 1.76% |
| 2021 | $3,846 +2.5% | 1.89% |
| 2020 | $3,754 +0.6% | 1.99% |
| 2019 | $3,732 | 2.10% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,412
per year
Monthly Tax
$348
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Douglas County
Tax: $2,564/yr Rate: 1.35%
Outagamie County
Tax: $3,580/yr Rate: 1.47%
Bayfield County
Tax: $2,432/yr Rate: 1.07%
Lincoln County
Tax: $2,530/yr Rate: 1.42%
Brown County
Tax: $3,593/yr Rate: 1.46%
Eau Claire County
Tax: $3,461/yr Rate: 1.43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kenosha County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kenosha County is $4,180 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.69% on a median home value of $247,800.
How does Kenosha County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kenosha County are 117% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kenosha County? ▼
In Kenosha County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,256 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,018. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kenosha County? ▼
Property taxes in Kenosha County represent approximately 5.3% of the median household income of $79,412. 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.