Milwaukee, WI variant. This is a Milwaukee, WI-specific version of the Income Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Income Tax Calculator.
Income tax in Milwaukee combines federal, WI state, and no city income tax.
Layers of income tax in Milwaukee
Milwaukee levies no local income tax, so your bill is federal + WI state only.
Combine all layers to find your true marginal rate on the next dollar earned.
About Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee applies Wisconsin state taxes, and its overall tax and cost burden is moderate for a major Midwestern city.
Milwaukee offers relatively affordable housing compared with other large metros.
Milwaukee has a strong manufacturing heritage and a cost of living below the national average.
Worked example: local tax on $49,733
No city income tax applies in Milwaukee; only WI state and federal tax do.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $170,000
- Median rent: $1,300/mo
- Median household income: $49,733
- Local sales tax: 5.5%
- Effective property tax rate: 2.13%
- Cost of living index: 87 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Milwaukee have a local income tax?
No local income tax in Milwaukee.
What taxes apply to Milwaukee residents?
Federal, WI state.