Vernon County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 9,880.
The median annual property tax in Vernon County is $2,883, which is 6% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 50% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.37% on a median home value of $210,600. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,883
-6% vs State
+50% vs US
Median Home Value
$210,600
-3% vs State
+0% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.37%
-5% vs State
+44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,010
$251/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,722
$227/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 | $2,883 +3.2% | 1.37% |
| 2022 | $2,794 +3.7% | 1.45% |
| 2021 | $2,694 +2.1% | 1.60% |
| 2020 | $2,638 +0.0% | 1.63% |
| 2019 | $2,638 | 1.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,556
per year
Monthly Tax
$240
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Dunn County
Tax: $3,325/yr Rate: 1.47%
Ozaukee County
Tax: $4,629/yr Rate: 1.25%
Rock County
Tax: $3,652/yr Rate: 1.69%
Rusk County
Tax: $1,834/yr Rate: 1.21%
Waukesha County
Tax: $4,525/yr Rate: 1.21%
Manitowoc County
Tax: $2,660/yr Rate: 1.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Vernon County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Vernon County is $2,883 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.37% on a median home value of $210,600.
How does Vernon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Vernon County are 50% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.37% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Vernon County? ▼
In Vernon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,010 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,722. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Vernon County? ▼
Property taxes in Vernon County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $69,556. 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.