La Crosse County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 31,582.
The median annual property tax in La Crosse County is $3,963, which is 29% higher than the Wisconsin state average and 106% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.63% on a median home value of $243,200. Property taxes represent 5.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,963
+29% vs State
+106% vs US
Median Home Value
$243,200
+12% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.63%
+13% vs State
+72% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,989
$332/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,920
$327/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 | $3,963 +2.8% | 1.63% |
| 2022 | $3,855 +7.1% | 1.70% |
| 2021 | $3,598 +4.9% | 1.83% |
| 2020 | $3,430 +0.9% | 1.86% |
| 2019 | $3,398 | 1.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,704
per year
Monthly Tax
$330
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Door County
Tax: $3,350/yr Rate: 1.10%
Marathon County
Tax: $3,108/yr Rate: 1.51%
Dodge County
Tax: $3,395/yr Rate: 1.55%
Shawano County
Tax: $2,588/yr Rate: 1.45%
Oneida County
Tax: $2,146/yr Rate: 0.94%
Fond du Lac County
Tax: $3,311/yr Rate: 1.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in La Crosse County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in La Crosse County is $3,963 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.63% on a median home value of $243,200.
How does La Crosse County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in La Crosse County are 106% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in La Crosse County? ▼
In La Crosse County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,989 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,920. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in La Crosse County? ▼
Property taxes in La Crosse County represent approximately 5.6% of the median household income of $70,704. 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.