Homeowners in McFarland, Wisconsin paid a median $6,253 a year in property tax on a median home worth $390,100, an effective rate of about 1.60% (Census 2020–2024).
1.63%Dane County overall
McFarland vs county, state and US
Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in McFarland
At the local 1.60% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $2,404 | $200 |
| $250,000 | $4,007 | $334 |
| $350,000 | $5,610 | $468 |
| $500,000 | $8,015 | $668 |
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Major Cities & Counties in Wisconsin
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Milwaukee pop. 566,973
- Madison pop. 278,001
- Green Bay pop. 106,253
- Kenosha pop. 99,372
- Racine pop. 77,633
- Appleton pop. 75,023
- Waukesha pop. 71,233
- Eau Claire pop. 70,322
- Oshkosh pop. 66,729
- Janesville pop. 66,030
- Milwaukee County pop. 926,331
- Dane County pop. 572,674
- Waukesha County pop. 411,762
- Brown County pop. 270,892
- Racine County pop. 197,532
- Outagamie County pop. 192,826
- Winnebago County pop. 171,769
- Kenosha County pop. 168,438
- Rock County pop. 164,350
- Marathon County pop. 138,403
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in McFarland, Wisconsin?
Homeowners in McFarland, Wisconsin paid a median $6,253 a year in property tax on a median home worth $390,100, an effective rate of about 1.60% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in McFarland?
About $4,007 a year at the 1.60% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in McFarland higher than the rest of Wisconsin?
McFarland ranks #434 lowest of 636 Wisconsin places we track. The statewide effective rate is 1.42%. Dane County overall is 1.63%.