Vilas County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 9,076.
The median annual property tax in Vilas County is $2,166, which is 30% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 13% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $270,700. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,166
-30% vs State
+13% vs US
Median Home Value
$270,700
+24% vs State
+28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
-44% vs State
-16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,994
$166/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,350
$196/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 | $2,166 +2.1% | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $2,122 +9.4% | 0.83% |
| 2021 | $1,939 +5.2% | 0.88% |
| 2020 | $1,843 -2.5% | 0.87% |
| 2019 | $1,891 | 0.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,132
per year
Monthly Tax
$181
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Sauk County
Tax: $3,646/yr Rate: 1.50%
Barron County
Tax: $2,823/yr Rate: 1.42%
Iowa County
Tax: $3,864/yr Rate: 1.56%
Outagamie County
Tax: $3,580/yr Rate: 1.47%
St. Croix County
Tax: $4,297/yr Rate: 1.23%
Pepin County
Tax: $2,875/yr Rate: 1.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Vilas County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Vilas County is $2,166 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $270,700.
How does Vilas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Vilas County are 13% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Vilas County? ▼
In Vilas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,994 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,350. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Vilas County? ▼
Property taxes in Vilas County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $67,132. 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.