Door County, WI Property Tax: $3,350/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Door County is 1.10% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $305,800, that works out to about $3,364 per year, or $280 per month. Door County is located in eastern Wisconsin, with Sturgeon Bay as its county seat, and is home to approximately 30,279 residents.
About Door County
Door County covers approximately 481.9 square miles in Wisconsin. The county is home to about 30,279 residents living in roughly 23,996 housing units, of which 47.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $71,785, and the median home was built in 1982.
The county seat is Sturgeon Bay. Door County borders Benzie County, Delta County, Leelanau County, Menominee County, Brown County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Wisconsin
Property taxes in Wisconsin are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Wisconsin offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Door County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Door County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door County, WI | 1.10% | $305,800 | $3,364 |
| Wisconsin state average | 1.44% | — | $4,404* |
| Benzie County | 0.83% | $254,400 | $2,119 |
| Delta County | 1.13% | $146,800 | $1,658 |
| Leelanau County | 0.70% | $406,900 | $2,856 |
| Menominee County | 1.03% | $142,700 | $1,470 |
| Brown County | 1.46% | $245,900 | $3,593 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Door County's median home value of $305,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Door County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Wisconsin?
At 1.10%, Door County is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 1.44%. On a home at the county median of $305,800, that means about $3,364 per year — versus $4,404 at the state average rate, a difference of $1,040 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Door County is at average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Door County?
For a home at the county median value of $305,800, the annual property tax in Door County is approximately $3,364 — or about $280 per month. For a home worth $458,700, expect around $5,046 per year. For a $611,600 home, approximately $6,728 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Door County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Door County are handled by the Door County Assessor's office in Sturgeon Bay. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Door County?
Wisconsin counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.10% shown here. Contact the Door County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File