The 2024 bracket collapse
WI's third bracket was expanded massively — the 5.3% rate now runs to $315,310 single (was ~$36K before 2024). A $100K earner's marginal state rate dropped from 6.27% to 5.3%.
Milwaukee vs. Minneapolis
WI top rate 7.65% vs. MN's 9.85% — at $200K single, WI saves roughly $3,500/yr in state tax. The gap widens sharply above $315K where MN's 9.85% bracket starts.
No local income tax
Unlike Ohio or Maryland, no Wisconsin city or county levies an income tax. Milwaukee's costs show up in property tax and fees instead.
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What are Wisconsin's 2025 brackets?
Four brackets: 3.5%, 4.4%, 5.3% (up to $315,310 single), and 7.65% above that. The middle brackets were reworked in 2024.
Does WI tax Social Security?
No. Social Security is fully exempt; some federal and military pensions also qualify for exclusions.
Do WI cities charge income tax?
No. Wisconsin prohibits local income taxes — only the state rate applies.
Living in the five boroughs changes the answer — New York City take-home pay after city tax adds the city resident tax on top of state withholding.
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