Wood County, Wisconsin Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Wisconsin. Population: 23,441.
The median annual property tax in Wood County is $2,629, which is 15% lower than the Wisconsin state average and 37% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $168,100. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,629
-15% vs State
+37% vs US
Median Home Value
$168,100
-23% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.56%
+8% vs State
+64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,685
$224/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,554
$213/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 | $2,629 +1.2% | 1.56% |
| 2022 | $2,598 +5.4% | 1.66% |
| 2021 | $2,466 +2.1% | 1.80% |
| 2020 | $2,416 -2.2% | 1.81% |
| 2019 | $2,470 | 1.87% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,417
per year
Monthly Tax
$219
per month
Other Counties in Wisconsin
Waupaca County
Tax: $2,876/yr Rate: 1.49%
Winnebago County
Tax: $3,573/yr Rate: 1.71%
Forest County
Tax: $1,988/yr Rate: 1.17%
Clark County
Tax: $2,467/yr Rate: 1.51%
Vilas County
Tax: $2,166/yr Rate: 0.80%
Menominee County
Tax: $3,527/yr Rate: 3.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wood County, Wisconsin? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wood County is $2,629 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $168,100.
How does Wood County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wood County are 37% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wood County? ▼
In Wood County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,685 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,554. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wood County? ▼
Property taxes in Wood County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $66,417. 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.