Lincoln County WI Property Appraiser – Search Your Record Lookup

Lincoln County, Wisconsin — one of the few Wisconsin counties named after a U.S. President — was founded in 1875 and is anchored by Merrill, nicknamed the "City of Parks" for its exceptional park system along the Wisconsin River. With 30,543 parcels across 879 square miles and an effective property tax rate of just 0.85% — among Wisconsin's lowest — Lincoln County offers exceptional affordability for residential and recreational property buyers. Search ownership records, assessed values, and parcel details free — no login needed.

County Seat: Merrill Tax Rate: 0.85% City of Parks

Wisconsin Property Search

The property assessment office in Lincoln County, Wisconsin maintains and updates detailed parcel records for public access. Currently, the county tracks 30,543 parcels and 35,510 matched buildings using aerial imagery and property mapping systems. Address records were recently refreshed, identifying 17,579 secondary addresses across the region. Zoning information has also been standardized for 29,184 parcels, supporting accurate property valuation, land records, and tax roll management for residents, businesses, and real estate professionals.

Lincoln County, Wisconsin Property Overview – 2026

Lincoln County includes 15,371 residential properties and 1,176 commercial properties. The average single-family home is 68 years old with approximately 1,498 square feet. As of recent records, 0.3% of homes are seriously underwater, while the effective property tax rate is about 0.85%, reflecting the county’s stable property market.

Residential Properties

15,371

Commercial Properties

1,176

Avg. Home Age Single Family

68 Years

Avg. Square Feet Single Family

1,498 sq. ft

Residential Sales 2026

N/A

Homes Seriously Underwater

0.3%

Residential Sales past year

N/A

Rich Homes percentage

28.21%

Effective 2026 Property Tax

0.85%

Total Foreclosure Filings 2025

1

Near By Counties In Lincoln County

Lincoln County — Wisconsin's Most Affordable Non-Remote County

With an effective property tax rate of 0.85% — the lowest of any Wisconsin county with a significant urban center — Lincoln County delivers a rare combination: genuine northwoods character with real city amenities. Merrill, the county seat, earned the "City of Parks" nickname for its extensive park network along the Wisconsin River, including Council Grounds State Park, where the Wisconsin River widens before flowing south toward Wausau. The county's industrial heritage runs deep: the Weinbrenner Shoe Company — makers of the Thorogood brand of work boots — has been headquartered in Merrill since 1892, still manufacturing safety and work footwear over 130 years later. Only 0.3% of homes are seriously underwater as of 2026, reflecting a stable market that has absorbed modest population change without significant price distress. Average home age of 68 years means buyers find established neighborhoods at prices significantly below the state median.

Lincoln County Tax Rate vs Central Wisconsin Counties

Effective tax rate — lower bar = more affordable

Lincoln County 0.85% · $163,200 avg value
Langlade County 1.20% · $163,200 avg value
Marathon County 1.52% · $183,400 avg value
WI State Average 1.41% · $231,400 avg value
At 0.85%, Lincoln County saves buyers $840/year in taxes compared to the Wisconsin state average on a $150,000 property — and $1,005/year compared to neighboring Marathon County. Over a 10-year holding period, that gap represents $8,400–$10,050 in cumulative savings on comparable northwoods properties.

Top Cities in Lincoln County

The most well-known communities in Lincoln County, Wisconsin include Merrill, Wisconsin, Tomahawk, Wisconsin, and Irma, Wisconsin. These areas represent important residential and business centers in the county. Their mix of established neighborhoods, rural properties, and local businesses plays a key role in property records, zoning updates, and parcel assessments managed by the county property office.

Merrill
9,540 Parcels

Tomahawk
6,220 Parcels

Irma
2,110 Parcels

View Lincoln County Parcel Map — Official Land Records

Search property boundaries, Wisconsin River corridor parcels, and ownership data on Lincoln County's official Land Services portal

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Also: Wisconsin Statewide Parcel Map (all 72 counties)

Lincoln County WI Property Search Tool Has 4 Best Method

Our Lincoln County, Wisconsin Property Search Tool allows users to access official property records online at no cost. Property data can be located using the owner’s name, parcel number (PIN), property address, or even the city name. Within seconds you can review ownership records, tax details, previous sales data, and full parcel information for properties located throughout the county.

Search By Owner Name

You can search Lincoln County Wisconsin property records quickly by entering the property owner's full name.

Search By Address

Use a property street address to find parcel records and property details within Lincoln County Wisconsin.

Search By Parcel PIN

Enter the parcel identification number to perform an exact Lincoln County Wisconsin property record lookup.

Search By City Name

If other information is unavailable, search Lincoln County Wisconsin properties using the city name field.

Lincoln County WI Property Search Tool Provide Information

The Lincoln County, Wisconsin Property Search Tool provides detailed insights every time you perform a search. By entering an owner name, parcel number, or property address, users can access property ownership data, tax records, land valuations, and official county assessment information for reliable real estate research.

Parcel Number

Primary owner name recorded in Lincoln County Wisconsin property records for accurate ownership verification searches.

Owner Name

Secondary owner listed in Lincoln County Wisconsin records helps identify joint ownership and co-property responsibilities.

Site Address

Site address shows the exact Lincoln County Wisconsin property location used for mapping and identification.

Postal Address

Postal mailing address of the Lincoln County Wisconsin property owner used for tax notices.

PI Number

Unique parcel identification number assigned to each Lincoln County Wisconsin property for official record tracking.

Tax Parcel Id

Tax parcel identification number used in Lincoln County Wisconsin tax systems for property billing.

State Id

State identification number assigned for standardized Lincoln County Wisconsin property records across state databases.

Zip Code

Zip code identifying the Lincoln County Wisconsin property area for mailing, mapping, and demographic research.

Place Name

Place name indicates the city or community where the Lincoln County Wisconsin property exists.

School District

School district assigned to the Lincoln County Wisconsin property affecting education zones and taxes.

Assessed Value

County assessed value showing the official Lincoln County Wisconsin property value for taxation purposes.

Land Value

Land value represents the assessed land portion of a Lincoln County Wisconsin property parcel.

Improvement Value

Improvement value reflects buildings or structures added to a Lincoln County Wisconsin property parcel.

Fair Market Value

Estimated fair market value of Lincoln County Wisconsin property helps buyers and investors evaluate pricing.

Property Tax Amount

Net property tax amount due after deductions for Lincoln County Wisconsin property owners annually.

Gross Property Tax

Gross property tax amount before exemptions applied to Lincoln County Wisconsin real estate parcels.

Property Class

Property class categorizes Lincoln County Wisconsin properties as residential, commercial, agricultural, or others.

Assessed Acres

Assessed acres indicate the measured land area used for Lincoln County Wisconsin property taxation.

Deeded Acres

Deeded acres represent the legally recorded land size of Lincoln County Wisconsin property parcels.

GIS Acres

GIS acres calculated through mapping technology showing precise Lincoln County Wisconsin parcel measurements.

Gleason

$238,618

Merrill
$205,655
Irma
$244,583
Tomahawk
$303,994

FAQs

How many parcels are recorded in Lincoln County Wisconsin?

Lincoln County Wisconsin currently tracks about 30,543 property parcels in official county records.

You can search using the owner name, parcel number, address, or city name.

 

The effective property tax rate is approximately 0.85%.

There are about 15,371 residential properties recorded in the county.

Yes, it provides owner information, tax records, property values, and parcel data.

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