Wisconsin Income Tax Rates 2025
Wisconsin has a progressive income tax system with 4 brackets ranging from 3.5% to 7.65%. The state's brackets vary by filing status, with higher thresholds for married couples filing jointly.
Tax Type
Progressive
Rate Range
3.5% – 7.65%
Brackets
4
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State Tax Ranking
At $75,000 income (single filer), Wisconsin ranks #33 out of 51 states — where #1 is the lowest tax burden.
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| Income | State Tax | Effective Rate | Take-Home |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $2,263 | 4.53% | $43,865 |
| $75,000 | $3,588 | 4.78% | $63,463 |
| $100,000 | $4,913 | 4.91% | $81,638 |
| $150,000 | $7,563 | 5.04% | $117,370 |
| $200,000 | $10,213 | 5.11% | $152,720 |
Single filer, standard deduction, 2025 tax year. Take-home is after federal + state income tax (excludes FICA).
2025 Tax Brackets — Single Filer
| Taxable Income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $14,320 | 3.5% |
| $14,320 – $28,640 | 4.4% |
| $28,640 – $315,310 | 5.3% |
| Over $315,310 | 7.6% |
2025 Tax Brackets — Married Filing Jointly
| Taxable Income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $19,090 | 3.5% |
| $19,090 – $38,190 | 4.4% |
| $38,190 – $420,420 | 5.3% |
| Over $420,420 | 7.6% |
Tax Overview
This state uses a progressive income tax system with multiple brackets, similar to the federal system. Only the income within each bracket is taxed at that rate, so your effective state rate is lower than the top bracket. Tax planning strategies include maximizing pre-tax retirement contributions to reduce state-taxable income.
Tax Planning Tip
In a progressive-bracket state, pre-tax 401(k) and HSA contributions reduce your state tax bill along with federal tax. If you are near a bracket boundary, an additional contribution can drop you into a lower state bracket.
Wisconsin's progressive tax system means each portion of your income is taxed at the rate for that bracket. Wisconsin does not tax Social Security benefits. The state offers a variety of credits and deductions, including a married couple credit and an itemized deductions credit for filers who itemize on their federal return.
Property Tax & Cost of Living
Property tax rate is the state average effective rate. Actual rates vary by county. COL index from BEA Regional Price Parities.
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5.35% – 9.85%
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4.95% flat
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2% – 6.99%
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1.4% – 11%
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4.7% flat
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wisconsin's income tax rate in 2025?
Wisconsin has a progressive income tax with 4 brackets ranging from 3.5% to 7.65%. Your effective rate depends on your total taxable income.
Does Wisconsin tax Social Security benefits?
Wisconsin does not tax Social Security benefits at the state level.