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Waupaca County

Waupaca County, Wisconsin

Effective Tax Rate

1.49%

Median Annual Tax

$2,876

How Waupaca County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Waupaca County$2,876
Wisconsin State Average$3,081
National Average$1,924

Waupaca County

1.49%

Effective rate

Wisconsin Avg

1.41%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,903

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,832

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,876

Monthly Escrow

$240

Effective Rate

1.49%

vs. Wisconsin State Average▼ 6.7% below
vs. National Average▲ 6.9% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Waupaca County, Wisconsin?
The effective property tax rate in Waupaca County, Wisconsin is 1.49%. 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 Waupaca County?
The median annual property tax payment in Waupaca County is $2,876. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,903, while those without a mortgage pay $2,832.
How does Waupaca County compare to the Wisconsin average?
Waupaca County's effective tax rate of 1.49% is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 1.41%. The median annual property tax in Waupaca County is $2,876, compared to the state average of $3,081.
What is the median home value in Waupaca County, Wisconsin?
The median home value in Waupaca County, Wisconsin is $192,800, 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

Sheboygan County(WI)

Rate1.48%
Median Tax$3,234

Sauk County(WI)

Rate1.50%
Median Tax$3,646

Columbia County(WI)

Rate1.48%
Median Tax$3,826

Clark County(WI)

Rate1.51%
Median Tax$2,467
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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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