54915 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 54915 (Appleton, Wisconsin) pay a median of $3,788/year in property taxes on homes valued at $247,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.53%, which is 9% above the Wisconsin state average of 1.40%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 54915 is approximately $316, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Calumet County. This is $589 more than the Wisconsin average of $3,199/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Wisconsin, 54915 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 53575 (1.53%) and 54623 (1.53%).

In Appleton, property taxes represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $83,814, 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 you can reduce your tax liability through the Homestead Credit and Lottery and Gaming Credit (both income-based) — file both credits on your state tax return after purchase. Calumet County reassesses at sale; verify with the Calumet County Assessor that your homestead classification is applied, which is necessary for claiming state credits. Compare your assessed value to recent comparable sales; if it appears high, file an appeal with the Calumet County Board of Review by the deadline published on your assessment notice.