Rate Breakdown

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

How Property Tax Works in Sheboygan County

Property taxes in Sheboygan County are based on the assessed value of your property and the combined millage rates (tax rates) set by local governments, including municipalities, school districts, and the county. Here’s how the process works:

• Assessment: The Sheboygan County Assessor’s Office evaluates properties annually to determine their fair market value. Assessments are typically based on recent sales of comparable properties.
• Millage Rates: Tax rates are applied per $1,000 of assessed value. For example, if your home is assessed at $200,000 and the combined mill rate is 20, your annual tax would be $4,000 ($200,000 ÷ 1,000 × 20).
• Tax Bills: Bills are mailed in December and are due by January 31 of the following year. Taxes fund local services like schools, roads, and emergency services.

Available Exemptions

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

• Homestead Credit: Low-income homeowners may qualify for a refundable credit based on their income and property taxes paid.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: Residents aged 65+ may be eligible for a tax credit if their household income falls below state thresholds.
• Disability Exemption: Homeowners with disabilities may qualify for additional relief under specific income limits.
• Veteran Exemptions: Veterans with service-connected disabilities or unremarried surviving spouses may receive partial or full exemptions.

Applications for exemptions must be filed with the Sheboygan County Treasurer’s Office by the annual deadline, typically in early May.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Sheboygan County property taxes are due in full by January 31. However, taxpayers have options:

• Installment Plan: Eligible homeowners may pay in two installments—50% by January 31 and the remaining 50% by July 31.
• Late Payments: A 1.5% monthly penalty is applied to unpaid balances after the deadline. Delinquent taxes may result in a tax lien or foreclosure.
• Online Payments: Payments can be made online via the Sheboygan County Treasurer’s website, by mail, or in person.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you believe your property’s assessed value is inaccurate, you can appeal:

• Step 1: Informal Review – Contact the Sheboygan County Assessor’s Office to discuss discrepancies. Many issues are resolved at this stage.
• Step 2: Formal Appeal – File a written objection with the Board of Review by the deadline (usually in May). Provide evidence such as recent appraisals or comparable sales.
• Step 3: Further Action – If unsatisfied, you may appeal to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue or circuit court.

Deadlines and requirements are strict, so act promptly. Visit the Sheboygan County website for current appeal forms and dates.