Rusk County

Rusk County, Wisconsin

Effective Tax Rate

1.21%

Median Annual Tax

$1,834

How Rusk County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Rusk County$1,834

Wisconsin State Average$3,081

National Average$1,924

Rusk County

1.21%

Effective rate

Wisconsin Avg

1.41%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,893

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,777

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$1,834

Monthly Escrow

$153

Effective Rate

1.21%

vs. Wisconsin State Average▼ 40.5% below

vs. National Average▼ 31.8% below

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Rusk County, Wisconsin?

The effective property tax rate in Rusk County, Wisconsin is 1.21%. 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 Rusk County?

The median annual property tax payment in Rusk County is $1,834. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,893, while those without a mortgage pay $1,777.

How does Rusk County compare to the Wisconsin average?

Rusk County's effective tax rate of 1.21% is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 1.41%. The median annual property tax in Rusk County is $1,834, compared to the state average of $3,081.

What is the median home value in Rusk County, Wisconsin?

The median home value in Rusk County, Wisconsin is $152,000, 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

Waukesha County(WI)

Rate1.21%

Median Tax$4,525

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Polk County(WI)

St. Croix County(WI)

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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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