Rate Breakdown

Property taxes in Marinette County are calculated by multiplying the assessed value (minus exemptions) by the total local millage rate.

How Property Tax Works in Marinette County

In Marinette County, property taxes are calculated based on the assessed value of your property and the combined millage rates (tax rates) set by local taxing authorities. Here's how the process works:

• Assessment: The Marinette County Assessor's Office evaluates your property's market value annually. This assessed value determines your share of the local tax burden.
• Millage Rates: Tax rates are set by school districts, municipalities, and the county. These rates are applied per $1,000 of assessed value. For example, if your home is valued at $200,000 and the combined mill rate is 20, your annual tax would be $4,000.
• Tax Bills: Bills are typically mailed in December, with payments due the following January.

Available Exemptions

Wisconsin offers several property tax exemptions that may reduce your tax burden in Marinette County:

• Homestead Credit: For low-income homeowners, this credit can offset property taxes or rent costs.
• Senior Citizen & Disabled Exemptions: Residents aged 65+ or with qualifying disabilities may be eligible for reduced assessments or tax credits.
• Veteran Exemptions: Veterans with service-connected disabilities or unremarried surviving spouses may qualify for partial or full exemptions.

Applications for exemptions must be filed with the Marinette County Treasurer's Office by the annual deadline (typically April 1).

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Marinette County property taxes follow a strict payment schedule:

• Full Payment Deadline: Due by January 31. Payments made after this date incur a 1.5% monthly penalty.
• Installment Option: Taxpayers may pay in two installments (January 31 and July 31), but the first payment must cover at least half the total tax.
• Late Payments: Delinquent taxes accrue interest and may result in a tax lien or foreclosure if unpaid for multiple years.

Payments can be made online, by mail, or in person at the Treasurer's Office.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe your property is overassessed, you can appeal in Marinette County:

• Step 1: Contact the Assessor's Office to discuss your valuation. Errors can often be corrected informally.
• Step 2: File a formal appeal with the Board of Review by the deadline (usually in May). Provide evidence like recent sales comparisons or appraisal reports.
• Step 3: If unsatisfied, you may appeal to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue or circuit court.

Deadlines are strict—typically within 30 days of receiving your assessment notice—so act promptly.