Milwaukee, Wisconsin — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
Milwaukee, Wisconsin has a total tax burden of 13.26%, ranking #1341 nationally. Property tax rate: 2.19%, state income tax: 4.523%, sales tax: 5.43%. Median household income is $49,733.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #1341 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
13.26%
Rank: 1341st nationally
Property Tax Rate
2.19%
Rank: 608th nationally
Income Tax Rate
4.523%
Wisconsin state rate
Sales Tax Rate
5.43%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (52%)Income (34%)Sales (14%)
Median Income: $49,733
Median Home Value: $157,800
Median Property Tax: $3,454/yr
Population: 573,299