Tax Bracket for Wisconsin (2026)
Last updated: January 15, 2026
Wisconsin (WI) Key Facts
Tax Structure
Progressive (4 brackets)
Top Marginal Rate
7.65%
Number of Brackets
4
Tax Year
2,026
How This Calculator Works in Wisconsin
This calculator shows which Wisconsin tax bracket your income falls into. Enter your income and filing status to see marginal and effective rates.
Wisconsin Overview
Wisconsin uses a progressive income tax system with 4 brackets ranging from 3.5% to 7.65%. Higher portions of your income are taxed at higher rates, so your effective rate is always lower than your top marginal bracket.
How Wisconsin Compares
Wisconsin's top rate of 7.65% compares to Minnesota at 9.85% and Illinois at 4.95%. Comparing effective rates is more meaningful than top rates alone.
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 9.85% | Minnesota has an income tax rate of 9.85%. |
| Illinois | 4.95% | Illinois has an income tax rate of 4.95%. |
| Michigan | 4.25% | Michigan has an income tax rate of 4.25%. |
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 4 brackets ranging from 3.5% to 7.65%.
- 2Your marginal rate (the rate on your last dollar) is often higher than your effective rate (total tax / total income).
- 3Moving into a higher bracket only taxes the additional income at the higher rate, not your entire income.
- 4Pre-tax 401(k) and IRA contributions can keep you in a lower Wisconsin bracket by reducing taxable income.
- 5Compare your effective rate rather than marginal rate when evaluating Wisconsin's tax impact on your finances.