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Last updated: April 2026
Wisconsin Income Tax
Wisconsin has a graduated income tax with a top rate of 7.65% on income over $280,950.
Wisconsin State Income Tax: What You Need to Know
Wisconsin has a graduated income tax with a top rate of 7.65% on income over $280,950.
Wisconsin has four income tax brackets ranging from 3.54% to 7.65%. For most full-time workers, the bulk of income falls in the 5.30% bracket — which covers income from $27,630 to $280,950, capturing essentially all middle-class earners. Wisconsin's standard deduction for single filers is approximately $11,050, which reduces the taxable base before applying brackets. Wisconsin has no local income tax — Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and all other Wisconsin cities add no city or county wage withholding. Wisconsin generally does not allow itemized deductions on the state return; only the standard deduction is available for most filers. Wisconsin also offers a manufacturing and agriculture credit that can dramatically reduce effective tax rates for business owners and farmers, though it does not apply to wage income.
On top of state taxes, all workers also pay federal income tax based on the 2026 progressive brackets, plus FICA taxes: Social Security (6.2% up to $176,100) and Medicare (1.45% on all wages).
Our calculator applies Wisconsin's 7.65% top rate to your gross income as a simplified estimate. Actual state taxes may vary based on deductions, exemptions, and local taxes not captured in this estimate.
Wisconsin Income Tax Brackets (2026, Single Filers)
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $13,810 | 3.54% |
| $13,810 – $27,630 | 4.65% |
| $27,630 – $280,950 | 5.30% |
| $280,950 – and above | 7.65% |
Wisconsin Take-Home Pay Examples (2026, Single Filer)
Estimates based on standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions. Last updated: April 2026.
| Salary | Federal Tax | State Tax | FICA | Take-Home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $3,167 | $1,202 | $3,060 | $32,571 |
| $60,000 | $6,617 | $2,262 | $4,590 | $46,531 |
| $80,000 | $10,817 | $3,322 | $6,120 | $59,741 |
| $100,000 | $15,617 | $4,382 | $7,650 | $72,351 |
Frequently Asked Questions: Wisconsin Taxes
What are Wisconsin's income tax brackets for 2026?
Wisconsin has four tax brackets for single filers: 3.54% on the first $13,810; 4.65% on $13,811–$27,630; 5.30% on $27,631–$280,950; and 7.65% on income above $280,950. For most full-time workers, nearly all taxable income after the standard deduction falls in the 5.30% bracket. Wisconsin's brackets are adjusted annually for inflation.
Does Wisconsin have a local or city income tax?
No. Wisconsin does not allow cities, counties, or municipalities to levy a local income tax on wages. Milwaukee, Madison, and all other Wisconsin cities have no city wage withholding. This contrasts with states like Ohio or Michigan where dozens of cities levy their own income taxes on top of state rates. Wisconsin residents pay state income tax only at the state level.
What is Wisconsin's standard deduction for 2026?
Wisconsin's standard deduction for single filers is approximately $11,050 for 2026, adjusted annually for inflation. This is separate from the federal standard deduction ($15,000 for single filers in 2026) and applies only to your Wisconsin state return. Wisconsin generally does not allow itemized deductions on the state return — filers use only the Wisconsin standard deduction regardless of whether they itemize federally.
What is the Wisconsin manufacturing and agriculture credit?
Wisconsin's Manufacturing and Agriculture Credit (MAC) effectively reduces the income tax rate on qualifying manufacturing and agricultural income to near zero percent. For wage earners, the MAC does not apply. But business owners with qualifying manufacturing or farm income can see their effective Wisconsin rate drop dramatically. This credit has made Wisconsin unusually competitive for manufacturers despite its relatively high marginal rates.
How does Wisconsin's income tax compare to neighboring Midwest states?
Wisconsin's 5.30% rate on most middle-class income is higher than Indiana (3.15% flat), Iowa (3.8% flat), and Illinois (4.95% flat). Minnesota's starting bracket is 5.35% — similar to Wisconsin — but Minnesota's top rate of 9.85% is steeper. For most $50K–$150K earners, Wisconsin has a higher income tax burden than most of its neighbors, though its lack of a local income tax keeps the combined rate simpler.
What is Wisconsin's minimum wage in 2026?
Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25/hour — the federal minimum. Wisconsin has not raised its minimum wage above the federal floor and preempts local governments from setting higher local minimums. This makes Wisconsin one of the lower minimum-wage states in the Midwest, contrasting sharply with Illinois ($15/hour) and Minnesota ($10.85/hour for small employers).