Lincoln County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 9,862.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $2,530, which is 18% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 32% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.42% on a median home value of $177,700. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,530
-18% vs State
+32% vs US
Median Home Value
$177,700
-18% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.42%
-1% vs State
+49% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,593
$216/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,457
$205/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 | $2,530 +0.3% | 1.42% |
| 2022 | $2,522 +5.4% | 1.54% |
| 2021 | $2,392 +2.3% | 1.65% |
| 2020 | $2,339 -0.3% | 1.65% |
| 2019 | $2,346 | 1.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,726
per year
Monthly Tax
$211
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Oneida County
Tax: $2,146/yr Rate: 0.94%
Dodge County
Tax: $3,395/yr Rate: 1.55%
Outagamie County
Tax: $3,580/yr Rate: 1.47%
Dunn County
Tax: $3,325/yr Rate: 1.47%
Langlade County
Tax: $1,946/yr Rate: 1.33%
Sawyer County
Tax: $1,899/yr Rate: 0.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $2,530 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.42% on a median home value of $177,700.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 32% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.42% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,593 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,457. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $67,726. 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.