53017 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 53017 (Colgate, Wisconsin) pay a median of $4,993/year in property taxes on homes valued at $477,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.05%, which is 25% below the Wisconsin state average of 1.40%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 53017 is approximately $416, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Washington County. This is $1,794 more than the Wisconsin average of $3,199/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Wisconsin, 53017 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 54152 (1.05%) and 53920 (1.05%).

In Colgate, property taxes represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $160,145, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Wisconsin taxes primary residences at full market value with no state cap, but your Homestead Credit (income-based) and Lottery and Gaming Credit reduce your actual liability — claim both credits on your state tax return the year following purchase. Washington County reassesses at sale; contact the Washington County Assessor to ensure your homestead classification is correctly recorded, as this status qualifies you for state income-tax credits. File any assessment disputes with the Washington County Board of Review by the deadline published on your assessment notice (typically March).