Madison is Wisconsin's capital and home to the University of Wisconsin, with a stable government, healthcare, and biotech economy. Dane County's property tax rate is above the national average but below Milwaukee's.
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Madison housing market
The 1.85% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Madison and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Wisconsin average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Madison buyers. Many Madison properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $150/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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