54159 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 54159 (Porterfield, Wisconsin) pay a median of $1,997/year in property taxes on homes valued at $169,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.18%, which is 16% below the Wisconsin state average of 1.40%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 54159 is approximately $166, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Marinette County. This is $1,202 less than the Wisconsin average of $3,199/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Wisconsin, 54159 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 54458 (1.18%) and 54734 (1.18%).

In Porterfield, property taxes represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $59,632, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Wisconsin reassesses all properties annually to fair market value without a homestead exemption or cap; the Marinette County Assessor adjusts valuations yearly. Primary residence owners with household income below $67,800 qualify for Wisconsin's Homestead Credit on their state tax return for $25–$300 annual relief. File an assessment objection with the Marinette County Assessor by January 15 if you dispute your appraised value.