La Crosse County Property Taxes

La Crosse County, Wisconsin

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

28.6% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$330/mo escrow

#62 of 72 counties in Wisconsin

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.63%

vs. Wisconsin Avg28.6% above
vs. National Avg47.3% above

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$243,200

State avg $217,832

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$3,989

$332/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$3,920

$327/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#62

of 72 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in La Crosse County, Wisconsin

La Crosse County taxes rank high nationally

La Crosse County's effective tax rate of 1.629% places it in the top 30% of all U.S. counties, well above the national median of 1.290%. Only about three in ten American counties impose higher property tax rates.

Third-highest rate in Wisconsin

La Crosse County ranks 3rd statewide with an effective rate of 1.629%, notably above Wisconsin's 1.436% average. The median tax bill of $3,963 exceeds the state median by $882, representing a substantial annual burden.

Among the highest in region

La Crosse County's 1.629% rate is surpassed only by Kenosha County (1.687%) in the region, exceeding Iowa County (1.557%), Jefferson County (1.571%), and Juneau County (1.524%). It ranks second regionally for tax burden.

On a median home: $3,963 yearly

A typical $243,200 home in La Crosse County generates an annual tax bill of $3,963, roughly $330 per month. With mortgage deductions, this increases to $3,989, while homes owned free and clear pay $3,920.

Appeal if your assessment seems high

Given La Crosse County's elevated tax rates, homeowners should carefully scrutinize their assessments for accuracy. Filing an appeal with the county assessor is free and straightforward—many overassessed properties successfully reduce their tax bills.

How La Crosse County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

La Crosse County$3,963
Wisconsin State Average$3,081
National Average$1,924

La Crosse County

1.63%

Effective rate

Wisconsin Avg

1.41%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in La Crosse County, Wisconsin?
The effective property tax rate in La Crosse County, Wisconsin is 1.63%. 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 La Crosse County?
The median annual property tax payment in La Crosse County is $3,963. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,989, while those without a mortgage pay $3,920.
How does La Crosse County compare to the Wisconsin average?
La Crosse County's effective tax rate of 1.63% is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 1.41%. The median annual property tax in La Crosse County is $3,963, compared to the state average of $3,081.
What is the median home value in La Crosse County, Wisconsin?
The median home value in La Crosse County, Wisconsin is $243,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is La Crosse County property tax rate higher than the Wisconsin average?
La Crosse County's effective property tax rate of 1.63% is higher than the Wisconsin average of 1.41%. This difference of 0.22% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does La Crosse County rank for property taxes in Wisconsin?
La Crosse County ranks #62 out of 72 counties in Wisconsin by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.63% and median annual tax of $3,963, it falls in the upper third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

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.