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Douglas County

Douglas County, Wisconsin

Effective Tax Rate

1.35%

Median Annual Tax

$2,564

How Douglas County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Douglas County$2,564
Wisconsin State Average$3,081
National Average$1,924

Douglas County

1.35%

Effective rate

Wisconsin Avg

1.41%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,605

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,479

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,564

Monthly Escrow

$214

Effective Rate

1.35%

vs. Wisconsin State Average▼ 16.8% below
vs. National Average▼ 4.7% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Douglas County, Wisconsin?
The effective property tax rate in Douglas County, Wisconsin is 1.35%. 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 Douglas County?
The median annual property tax payment in Douglas County is $2,564. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,605, while those without a mortgage pay $2,479.
How does Douglas County compare to the Wisconsin average?
Douglas County's effective tax rate of 1.35% is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 1.41%. The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $2,564, compared to the state average of $3,081.
What is the median home value in Douglas County, Wisconsin?
The median home value in Douglas County, Wisconsin is $190,400, 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

Marquette County(WI)

Rate1.35%
Median Tax$2,709

Langlade County(WI)

Rate1.33%
Median Tax$1,946

Vernon County(WI)

Rate1.37%
Median Tax$2,883

Waushara County(WI)

Rate1.32%
Median Tax$2,458
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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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