Wisconsin Income Tax Calculator
Estimate your Wisconsin income tax burden
Updated for 2023 tax year on Dec 8, 2023
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Wisconsin state taxes
Quick Wisconsin tax facts
- State income tax: 3.54% to 7.65%
- State sales tax: 5%
- Property tax: 1.68%
- Gas tax: 32.9 cents per gallon
- Tobacco tax: $2.52 per pack of cigarettes
- Insurance premium tax: 2%
From Wikipedia
Wisconsin income taxes
Wisconsin uses a progressive state income tax system, where rates range from 3.54% to 7.65%. There is no state payroll tax or local income tax in Wisconsin. This simplifies the tax calculation process for workers and businesses alike.
Calculate your income tax in Wisconsin
Calculating your Wisconsin state income tax is similar to the steps we listed on our Federal income tax calculator:
- Determine your filing status
- Work out your adjusted gross income [Gross income − Retirement contributions = Adjusted gross income]
- Calculate your state taxable income [Adjusted gross income − (Itemized deductions + Exemptions) = State taxable income]
- Figure out your state/local tax liability [State taxable income × State tax rate = State tax liability]
State payroll tax
Some states have payroll taxes such as:
- State Unemployment Insurance (SUI)
- State Disability Insurance (SDI)
- State Family Leave Insurance (FLI)
However, Wisconsin has nope of these additional paycheck taxes. Only federal FICA taxes will be deducted from your paycheck.
State income tax brackets
Single and Head of Household filers have the same income tax rates, while the two types of married filers have different rates. For more information on tax brackets, please refer to Tax Foundation.
| Tax year | Filing status | Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Single | $0 - $13,810 | 3.54% |
| $13,810 - $27,630 | 4.65% | ||
| $27,630 - $304,170 | 5.3% | ||
| $304,170+ | 7.65% | ||
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $0 - $18,420 | 3.54% | |
| $18,420 - $36,840 | 4.65% | ||
| $36,840 - $405,550 | 5.3% | ||
| $405,550+ | 7.65% | ||
| Married, Filing Separately | $0 - $9,210 | 3.54% | |
| $9,210 - $18,420 | 4.65% | ||
| $18,420 - $202,775 | 5.3% | ||
| $202,775+ | 7.65% | ||
| 2022 | Single Head of Household |
$0 - $12,760 | 3.54% |
| $12,760 - $25,520 | 4.65% | ||
| $25,520 - $280,950 | 5.3% | ||
| $280,950+ | 7.65% | ||
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $0 - $17,010 | 3.54% | |
| $17,010 - $34,030 | 4.65% | ||
| $34,030 - $374,600 | 5.3% | ||
| $374,600+ | 7.65% | ||
| Married, Filing Separately | $0 - $8,505 | 3.54% | |
| $8,505 - $17,015 | 4.65% | ||
| $17,015 - $187,300 | 5.3% | ||
| $187,300+ | 7.65% | ||
| 2021 | Single Head of Household |
$0 – $12,120 | 3.86% |
| $12,120 – $24,250 | 5.04% | ||
| $24,250 – $266,930 | 6.27% | ||
| $266,930+ | 7.65% | ||
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $0 – $16,160 | 3.86% | |
| $16,160 – $32,330 | 5.04% | ||
| $32,330 – $355,910 | 6.27% | ||
| $355,910+ | 7.65% | ||
| Married, Filing Separately | $0 – $8,080 | 3.86% | |
| $8,080 – $16,160 | 5.04% | ||
| $161,60- $177,950 | 6.27% | ||
| $177,950+ | 7.65% | ||
| 2020 | Single Head of Household |
$0 – $11,760 | 3.86% |
| $11,760 – $23,520 | 5.04% | ||
| $23,520 – $258,950 | 6.27% | ||
| $258,950+ | 7.65% | ||
| Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) | $0 – $15,680 | 3.86% | |
| $15,680 – $31,360 | 5.04% | ||
| $31,360 – $345,270 | 6.27% | ||
| $345,270+ | 7.65% | ||
| Married, Filing Separately | $0 – $7,84 | 3.86% | |
| $7,840 – $15,680 | 5.04% | ||
| $15,680 – $172,630 | 6.27% | ||
| $172,630+ | 7.65% |
State standard deduction
Wisconsin has a standard deduction which is based on income range and filing status. Refer to the detailed breakdown from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.
| Tax year | Maximum standard deduction | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | Married filing jointly | Married filing separately | Head of a household | |
| 2023 | $12,760 | $23,620 | $11,220 | $16,470 |
| 2022 | $11,790 | $21,820 | $10,370 | $15,230 |
| 2021 | $11,200 | $20,730 | $9,850 | $14,470 |
| 2020 | $11,050 | $20,470 | $9,720 | $14,280 |
State exemptions
You can claim yourself and another dependent(s) as an exemption(s). For more information on personal exemptions, please refer to Tax Foundation.
| Tax year | Filing status | Personal exemption amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 2022 2021 2020 |
Single | $700 |
| Married | $1,400 | |
| Dependent | $700 |
Wisconsin sales tax
Wisconsin has a statewide sales tax of 5%. However, local jurisdictions can add to this, with some reaching up to 0.6%, making the maximum potential sales tax 5.6%.
Wisconsin property tax
Property tax in Wisconsin is relatively high compared to the national average, standing at an average of 1.68% of the property’s assessed value.
Wisconsin capital gains tax
Short-term and long-term capital gains are taxed as regular income.
Wisconsin gas tax
The gas tax in Wisconsin is 32.9 cents per gallon.
Wisconsin tobacco tax
Wisconsin’s tobacco tax is hefty at $2.52 per pack of cigarettes.
Wisconsin insurance tax
Insurance premiums in Wisconsin are subject to a 2% tax, payable by the insurance companies.
FAQs
How do I calculate my Wisconsin income tax?
Calculate your Wisconsin state income tax with the following six steps.
- Determine your filing status
- Gross income − Retirement contributions = Adjusted gross income
- Adjusted gross income − (Itemized deductions + Exemptions) = State taxable income
- State taxable income × State tax rate = State tax liability
How much is $60000 a year after taxes in Wisconsin?
With an annual salary of $60,000, a single filing Wisconsinite will have a income tax of $12,481.55. His/her take home pay will be $47,518.45.