Fond du Lac County Property Tax Rate
Wisconsin
Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin has an effective property tax rate of 1.51%, which is 64% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $222,800, homeowners pay approximately $3,365 per year in property taxes. Fond du Lac County ranks #15 out of 72 counties in Wisconsin for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 11.4% while home values gained 37.0%. The county's largest city with its own tax profile is Fond du Lac, where the median annual bill is $2,978.
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$3,365
Per year
$222,800
2024 estimate
4.53%
Median income: $74,275
#15
of 72 counties in WI
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$3,370
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$3,359
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in Fond du Lac County pay on average $11 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
How Fond du Lac County Compares
Top Counties in Wisconsin
Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Fond du Lac County rose 11.4% (from $3,020 to $3,365), while the median home value climbed 37.0%. The effective tax rate fell from 1.86% to 1.51% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $3,020 | $162,600 | 1.86% |
| 2021 | $3,026 | $167,800 | 1.80% |
| 2022 | $3,276 | $195,800 | 1.67% |
| 2023 | $3,311 | $209,800 | 1.58% |
| 2024 | $3,365 | $222,800 | 1.51% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Wisconsin Property Tax Exemptions
Available to Fond du Lac County homeowners
Lottery/Gaming Credit
Approximately $170 credit (varies annually)
Primary residence owners
Homestead Credit
Up to $1,168 credit
Homeowners with household income under $24,680
Disabled Veteran
100% exemption from property taxes
Veterans with 100% service-connected disability or individual unemployability rating
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$4,530
$378/month · Rate: 1.51%
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Explore property tax data for 1 city in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Fond du Lac | $2,978 | 1.85% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.