Sheboygan County, WI Property Tax: $3,234/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Sheboygan County is 1.48% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $218,400, that works out to about $3,232 per year, or $269 per month. Sheboygan County is located in eastern Wisconsin, with Sheboygan as its county seat, and is home to approximately 117,783 residents.
About Sheboygan County
Sheboygan County covers approximately 511.5 square miles in Wisconsin. The county is home to about 117,783 residents living in roughly 52,549 housing units, of which 67.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $71,898, and the median home was built in 1969.
The county seat is Sheboygan. Sheboygan County borders Mason County, Oceana County, Calumet County, Fond du Lac County, Manitowoc 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 Sheboygan County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Sheboygan County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan County, WI | 1.48% | $218,400 | $3,232 |
| Wisconsin state average | 1.44% | — | $3,145* |
| Mason County | 1.11% | $199,300 | $2,203 |
| Oceana County | 1.14% | $167,600 | $1,916 |
| Calumet County | 1.52% | $252,100 | $3,830 |
| Fond du Lac County | 1.58% | $209,800 | $3,311 |
| Manitowoc County | 1.54% | $172,900 | $2,660 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Sheboygan County's median home value of $218,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Sheboygan County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Wisconsin?
At 1.48%, Sheboygan County is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 1.44%. On a home at the county median of $218,400, that means about $3,232 per year — versus $3,145 at the state average rate, a difference of $87 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Sheboygan County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Sheboygan County?
For a home at the county median value of $218,400, the annual property tax in Sheboygan County is approximately $3,232 — or about $269 per month. For a home worth $327,600, expect around $4,848 per year. For a $436,800 home, approximately $6,465 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Sheboygan County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Sheboygan County are handled by the Sheboygan County Assessor's office in Sheboygan. 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 Sheboygan 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 1.48% shown here. Contact the Sheboygan 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