Wisconsin variant. This is a Wisconsin-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.
Wisconsin income tax (3.5-7.65% across 4 brackets) stacks on top of federal tax. Understanding both layers is essential to estimating your total Wisconsin tax bill.
Wisconsin state income tax structure
Wisconsin taxes income at 3.5-7.65% across 4 brackets, with a top marginal rate of 7.65%. Like the federal system, only income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
Federal brackets (10%–37%) apply nationwide. Combine your federal effective rate with the Wisconsin rate to find your true marginal tax on the next dollar earned.
About taxes and housing in Wisconsin
Wisconsin levies a graduated income tax with a top marginal rate around 7.65%.
Wisconsin's effective property tax rate is relatively high near 1.6%, with median home values around $285,000.
Wisconsin's economy is known for dairy and agriculture, manufacturing, and food and beverage production.
Worked example: state tax on $72,458
Using the 7.65% top rate as a ceiling, state income tax on $72,458 is at most about $5,543; the actual figure is lower after brackets and deductions.
Quick reference
- State income tax: 3.5-7.65% across 4 brackets
- State sales tax: 5% (plus 0.43% avg local)
- Median home value: $285,000
- Median household income: $72,458
- Effective property tax rate: 1.61%
- Avg auto insurance: $1,224/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Wisconsin have state income tax?
Yes - 3.5-7.65% across 4 brackets, topping out at 7.65%.
What is the top tax rate in Wisconsin?
The top marginal state rate is 7.65%.