Wisconsin Homestead Tax Credit

Wisconsin Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Refundable state income tax credit for Wisconsin homeowners and renters age 62+ or disabled with low to moderate income. Credit amount based on household income and property taxes or rent paid. Applied when filing state tax return.

Credit amount based on income and property tax/rent burden

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Credit up to $1,168 on state taxes
  • For seniors 62+ or disabled residents
  • Income at or below qualifying threshold
  • Based on property taxes or rent paid
  • Claim on Schedule H with tax return

How to Apply

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(608) 266-2486

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: File with annual tax return by deadline

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