Wisconsin (WI) Tax Rates — 2026
Income Tax
7.65%
Sales Tax
5.43%
Property Tax
1.61%
Income Tax
Type: Graduated (marginal brackets)
| From | To | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $14,320 | 3.5% |
| $14,320 | $28,640 | 4.4% |
| $28,640 | $315,310 | 5.3% |
| $315,310 | and above | 7.65% |
Standard Deduction: Single: $12,760 | Married Filing Jointly: $23,620
Sales Tax
State Rate5%
Avg Local Rate0.43%
Combined Rate5.43%
Groceries: Exempt
-1.14% vs national avg
Property Tax
Effective Rate1.61%
Median Annual Tax$3,484
+0.54% vs national avg (1.07%)
Retirement Income Tax
Social SecurityNO
PensionsPARTIAL
401(k) / IRAYES
Estate & Inheritance Tax
Has Estate Tax: NO
Corporate Tax
Corporate Income Tax Rate: 7.9%
Additional Notes
Wisconsin exempts Social Security and provides a retirement income exclusion for certain pension/annuity income (up to $5,000 for qualifying filers). Property taxes are relatively high.
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Sources: Wisconsin Department of Revenue; Tax Foundation, Facts & Figures 2025; IRS Publication 17.