Wisconsin Mortgage Calculator
See your monthly payment on a Wisconsin home, including property tax at the state average of 1.46%.
Monthly payment in Wisconsin
With 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and Wisconsin's effective property tax of 1.46%:
| Home price | Principal and interest | Property tax | Insurance (est.) | Total per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $1,264 | $304 | $150 | $1,718 |
| $300,000 | $1,517 | $365 | $150 | $2,032 |
| $400,000 | $2,023 | $487 | $150 | $2,659 |
| $500,000 | $2,528 | $608 | $150 | $3,287 |
| $600,000 | $3,034 | $730 | $150 | $3,914 |
The 6.5% rate is an example. Current rates change weekly; see Freddie Mac for the latest average.
Property tax in Wisconsin
The effective property tax rate in Wisconsin is about 1.46% of a home's value each year. On a $400,000 home that is roughly $5,840 a year or $487 a month. Actual bills depend on county, school district and exemptions.
How Wisconsin property tax compares
The average effective property tax rate across states is about 0.99%. Wisconsin ranks number 44 of 51 from lowest to highest. States with the closest rates:
15-year or 30-year loan?
| Loan on $320,000 at 6.5% | Monthly principal and interest | Total interest |
|---|---|---|
| 30-year fixed | $2,023 | $408,142 |
| 15-year fixed | $2,788 | $181,758 |
A 15-year loan costs more each month but saves a large amount of interest. Property tax and insurance in Wisconsin come on top of either payment.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a $400,000 mortgage payment in Wisconsin?
With 20% down at 6.5% for 30 years the payment is about $2,659 a month including estimated tax and insurance.
Sources and method
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