What is the property tax rate in Appleton, WI?

Appleton has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.64%. On a median home valued at $211,500, homeowners pay approximately $3,466 per year in property taxes.

How does Appleton compare to Outagamie County?

Appleton's effective rate of 1.64% is 20% higher than the Outagamie County average of 1.37%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,668, while Appleton homeowners pay an estimated $3,466.

How much are property taxes in Appleton on a $300,000 home?

Based on Appleton's effective rate of 1.64%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,920 per year, or about $410 per month.

Appleton Property Tax Rate

Outagamie County, Wisconsin

1.64%effective rate

Appleton is located in Outagamie County, Wisconsin. Homeowners in Appleton pay a median of $3,466 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $211,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.64%. This is 20% higher than the Outagamie County average of 1.37%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.64%

vs 1.37% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,466

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$211,500

2024 estimate

Population📍

74,873

Appleton, WI

How Appleton Compares

Appleton

1.64%

Outagamie County Average

1.37%

Wisconsin Average

1.42%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Appleton

Property taxes in Appleton are collected by Outagamie County. Tax exemptions available to Outagamie County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Appleton. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Outagamie County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,920

$410/month · Rate: 1.64%

Outagamie County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.