54612 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 54612 (Arcadia, Wisconsin) pay a median of $2,828/year in property taxes on homes valued at $189,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.49%, which is 6% above the Wisconsin state average of 1.40%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 54612 is approximately $236, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Trempealeau County. This is $371 less than the Wisconsin average of $3,199/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Wisconsin, 54612 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 53560 (1.49%) and 53562 (1.49%).

In Arcadia, property taxes represent approximately 4.3% of the median household income of $66,447, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Wisconsin provides property tax relief via the Homestead Credit (claimed on your state tax return) rather than an exemption, with income limits around $68,460 and reimbursement available if taxes exceed 3.6% of income. The Trempealeau County Assessor's office can confirm your primary residence classification after closing and advise on county-level programs for seniors or disabled owners. File the Homestead Credit annually on your Wisconsin income tax return to claim back overpaid property taxes.