Pierce County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 11,946.
The median annual property tax in Pierce County is $4,552, which is 48% higher than the Wisconsin state average and 137% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $308,600. Property taxes represent 5.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,552
+48% vs State
+137% vs US
Median Home Value
$308,600
+42% vs State
+46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.48%
+3% vs State
+56% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,669
$389/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,287
$357/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 | $4,552 +1.2% | 1.48% |
| 2022 | $4,496 +7.0% | 1.61% |
| 2021 | $4,202 +4.4% | 1.74% |
| 2020 | $4,025 +5.1% | 1.79% |
| 2019 | $3,829 | 1.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$88,802
per year
Monthly Tax
$379
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Crawford County
Tax: $2,868/yr Rate: 1.64%
Sauk County
Tax: $3,646/yr Rate: 1.50%
Jackson County
Tax: $2,672/yr Rate: 1.43%
Sheboygan County
Tax: $3,234/yr Rate: 1.48%
Pepin County
Tax: $2,875/yr Rate: 1.47%
Oconto County
Tax: $2,651/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pierce County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pierce County is $4,552 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $308,600.
How does Pierce County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pierce County are 137% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pierce County? ▼
In Pierce County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,669 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,287. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pierce County? ▼
Property taxes in Pierce County represent approximately 5.1% of the median household income of $88,802. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
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.