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Dane County

Dane County, Wisconsin

Effective Tax Rate

1.71%

Median Annual Tax

$6,276

How Dane County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Dane County$6,276
Wisconsin State Average$3,081
National Average$1,924

Dane County

1.71%

Effective rate

Wisconsin Avg

1.41%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$6,286

per year

Without Mortgage

$6,252

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$6,276

Monthly Escrow

$523

Effective Rate

1.71%

vs. Wisconsin State Average▲ 103.7% above
vs. National Average▲ 133.3% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Dane County, Wisconsin?
The effective property tax rate in Dane County, Wisconsin is 1.71%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Dane County?
The median annual property tax payment in Dane County is $6,276. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,286, while those without a mortgage pay $6,252.
How does Dane County compare to the Wisconsin average?
Dane County's effective tax rate of 1.71% is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 1.41%. The median annual property tax in Dane County is $6,276, compared to the state average of $3,081.
What is the median home value in Dane County, Wisconsin?
The median home value in Dane County, Wisconsin is $366,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Wisconsin?
Property taxes in Wisconsin are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Winnebago County(WI)

Rate1.71%
Median Tax$3,573

Racine County(WI)

Rate1.70%
Median Tax$4,071

Rock County(WI)

Rate1.69%
Median Tax$3,652

Kenosha County(WI)

Rate1.69%
Median Tax$4,180
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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