Sawyer County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 6,593.
The median annual property tax in Sawyer County is $1,899, which is 38% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 1% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $223,300. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,899
-38% vs State
-1% vs US
Median Home Value
$223,300
+3% vs State
+6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.85%
-41% vs State
-11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,977
$165/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,786
$149/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 | $1,899 +0.2% | 0.85% |
| 2022 | $1,896 +3.7% | 0.90% |
| 2021 | $1,829 +3.4% | 0.99% |
| 2020 | $1,769 +1.8% | 1.02% |
| 2019 | $1,738 | 1.03% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,055
per year
Monthly Tax
$158
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Iron County
Tax: $1,777/yr Rate: 1.14%
Racine County
Tax: $4,071/yr Rate: 1.70%
Kenosha County
Tax: $4,180/yr Rate: 1.69%
Dunn County
Tax: $3,325/yr Rate: 1.47%
Chippewa County
Tax: $2,754/yr Rate: 1.16%
Calumet County
Tax: $3,830/yr Rate: 1.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sawyer County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sawyer County is $1,899 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.85% on a median home value of $223,300.
How does Sawyer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sawyer County are 1% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.85% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sawyer County? ▼
In Sawyer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,977 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,786. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sawyer County? ▼
Property taxes in Sawyer County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $59,055. 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.