Waukesha, Wisconsin — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Waukesha, Wisconsin?
Waukesha, Wisconsin has a total tax burden of 12.15%, ranking #1954 nationally. Property tax rate: 1.61%, state income tax: 4.801%, sales tax: 5.43%. Median household income is $77,558.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #1954 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
12.15%
Rank: 1954th nationally
Property Tax Rate
1.61%
Rank: 1684th nationally
Income Tax Rate
4.801%
Wisconsin state rate
Sales Tax Rate
5.43%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (46%)Income (40%)Sales (15%)
Median Income: $77,558
Median Home Value: $267,200
Median Property Tax: $4,309/yr
Population: 70,945