Shawano County, WI Property Tax: $2,588/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Shawano County is 1.45% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $179,100, that works out to about $2,597 per year, or $216 per month. Shawano County is located in central Wisconsin, and is home to approximately 40,927 residents.
About Shawano County
Shawano County covers approximately 893.2 square miles in Wisconsin. The county is home to about 40,927 residents living in roughly 20,430 housing units, of which 65.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $67,032, and the median home was built in 1975.
Shawano County borders Brown County, Langlade County, Marathon County, Menominee County, Oconto 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 Shawano County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Shawano County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawano County, WI | 1.45% | $179,100 | $2,597 |
| Wisconsin state average | 1.44% | — | $2,579* |
| Brown County | 1.46% | $245,900 | $3,593 |
| Langlade County | 1.33% | $145,800 | $1,946 |
| Marathon County | 1.51% | $205,500 | $3,108 |
| Menominee County | 3.64% | $97,000 | $3,527 |
| Oconto County | 1.25% | $212,000 | $2,651 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Shawano County's median home value of $179,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Shawano County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Wisconsin?
At 1.45%, Shawano County is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 1.44%. On a home at the county median of $179,100, that means about $2,597 per year — versus $2,579 at the state average rate, a difference of $18 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Shawano County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Shawano County?
For a home at the county median value of $179,100, the annual property tax in Shawano County is approximately $2,597 — or about $216 per month. For a home worth $268,650, expect around $3,895 per year. For a $358,200 home, approximately $5,194 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Shawano County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Shawano County are handled by the Shawano County Assessor's office. 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 Shawano 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 1.45% shown here. Contact the Shawano 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