Income Tax for Wisconsin (2026)

How This Calculator Works in Wisconsin

This calculator applies Wisconsin's 2026 tax brackets and rates to estimate your state income tax liability. Enter your income and filing status to see your marginal rate, effective rate, and estimated tax owed.

Wisconsin Overview

Wisconsin levies a progressive income tax with 4 brackets and a top rate of 7.65%. The state fully exempts Social Security benefits and maintains reciprocity agreements with four neighboring states. Wisconsin's tax credits, including a state EITC and Homestead Credit, provide meaningful relief for lower-income families, partially offsetting the relatively high top rate.

How Wisconsin Compares

Wisconsin's top income tax rate of 7.65% compares to Minnesota at 9.85% and Illinois at 4.95%. The rate differences can meaningfully impact take-home pay for workers near state borders.

Wisconsin's income tax rate of 7.65% compares to a national average of approximately 5.04%. This is above the national average.

Tips for Wisconsin Residents

• 1Wisconsin has a progressive income tax with a top rate of 7.65% on income over approximately $405,550 (married filing jointly).
• 2The state fully exempts Social Security benefits from income tax and provides a subtraction for some retirement income.
• 3Wisconsin has a reciprocal tax agreement with Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Michigan — file only in your state of residence if you commute across state lines.
• 4The state offers an Earned Income Tax Credit equal to a percentage of the federal EITC (4% for one child, 11% for two, 34% for three+).
• 5Wisconsin's Homestead Credit provides property tax relief for renters and homeowners with household income below $24,680.

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