Wood County Wisconsin Property Appraiser, Search Your Record Lookup

Wood County, Wisconsin produces approximately 1 in every 9 cranberries grown worldwide — nearly 2 million barrels annually, representing over 30% of Wisconsin's total output and making Wood County the single most productive cranberry county in the world's leading cranberry state. With 46,439 parcels across 801 square miles and an average annual tax bill of just $2,300 — 31% below the Wisconsin state average — Wood County offers central Wisconsin value anchored by the Wisconsin River corridor. Search ownership records, assessed values, and parcel details free — no login needed.

County Seat: Wisconsin Rapids Avg Tax: $2,300/yr World's #1 Cranberry County

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Wood County maintains and updates detailed parcel records through the County Appraiser’s office for public access. The county currently manages 46,439 parcels and 67,962 matched buildings, supported by aerial imagery collected in 2016, 2018, and 2022. Address records were recently refreshed, identifying 40,839 secondary addresses across the region. Additionally, zoning classifications have been standardized for 46,386 parcels, ensuring accurate property assessments, tax roll data, and reliable parcel-level information

Wood County Wisconsin Property Overview – 2026

Wood County includes 3,673 residential properties and 342 commercial properties. The average single-family home is 72 years old with 1,454 sq. ft. In 2026, there were 15 residential sales, while 1.21% of homes are seriously underwater, and the effective property tax rate is 1.18%.

Residential Properties

3,673

Commercial Properties

342

Avg. Home Age Single Family

72 Years

Avg. Square Feet Single Family

1,454 sq. ft

Residential Sales 2026

15

Homes Seriously Underwater

1.21%

Residential Sales past year

128

Rich Homes percentage

31.27%

Effective 2026 Property Tax

1.18%

Total Foreclosure Filings 2025

1

Near By Counties In Wood County

Wood County — From Paper Mills to Cranberry Bogs: A Wisconsin River Story

The Wisconsin River shaped Wood County twice over. In the late 1800s, its power drove the paper mills that made Wisconsin Rapids one of the nation's leading paper-producing cities. That industrial heritage gave way to a second signature industry: the county's sandy soils and abundant groundwater proved ideal for cranberry cultivation, and Wood County now produces nearly 2 million barrels annually — approximately 1 in every 9 cranberries consumed worldwide. The town of Cranmoor, located entirely within cranberry marsh country east of Wisconsin Rapids, exists almost exclusively to support this industry. Wood County's 38,000 acres of county forest and the 21,000-acre Wood County Wildlife Area in the southwest add significant recreational land value for hunting, fishing, and outdoor buyers. The county maintains one of Wisconsin's most technically advanced GIS systems — including a 2022 high-resolution LiDAR viewer that allows 3D visualization of terrain, structures, and land features for any parcel in the county. Average homes in Wood County are 72 years old — among the oldest housing stocks in central Wisconsin — reflecting the county's established urban core in Wisconsin Rapids and Marshfield.

Wood County Property — Key Stats 2026

46,439
Total parcels
$162,900
Avg home value
$2,300
Avg annual tax bill
2M
Cranberry barrels/year
Wood County's average tax bill of $2,300 is 31% below the Wisconsin state average — on home values averaging $162,900, buyers get solid central Wisconsin value with access to Wisconsin Rapids and Marshfield amenities. Port Edwards, Marshfield, and Junction City carry the highest rates at up to 1.27x the county average, while Pittsville and Babcock maintain the lowest bills. Note: City of Marshfield property tax information is accessible separately through the City of Marshfield property information portal.

Top Cities in Wood County

The most active cities in Wood County include Wisconsin Rapids, Marshfield, and Nekoosa. These locations serve as key residential and commercial centers. With a combination of established neighborhoods, growing developments, and strong community infrastructure, they play a major role in property valuation, zoning organization, and parcel management across the county

Wisconsin Rapids
18,240 Parcels

Marshfield
9,875 Parcels

Nekoosa
3,420 Parcels

View Wood County Parcel Map — Official Land Records Viewer

Search cranberry marsh parcels, Wisconsin River corridor properties, and ownership data on Wood County's official Land Records Viewer — with 2022 LiDAR 3D terrain visualization

Open Wood County GIS Map →

Also: Wisconsin Statewide Parcel Map (all 72 counties)

Wood County WI Property Search Tool Has 4 Best Methods

Our Wood County Property Search Tool allows users to easily explore property records online at no cost. You can search using owner name, parcel number (PIN), property address, or city name. Instantly view ownership records, tax data, sales history, and complete parcel details within seconds.

Search By Owner Name

You can search property records in Wood County Wisconsin using the owner’s full legal name.

Search By Address

Easily find property details in Wood County Wisconsin by entering the complete property address.

Search By Parcel PIN

Use parcel identification number for accurate and direct property record search in Wood County Wisconsin.

Search By City Name

If other details are unavailable, search properties in Wood County Wisconsin using city name.

Wood County WI Property Search Tool Provides Information

Our Wood County, Wisconsin Property Search Tool provides detailed property data with each lookup. Users can search using owner name, parcel number, or address to access full ownership records, tax information, land values, and official county assessment data—making property research easier and more accurate.

Parcel Number

Primary owner name in Wood County Wisconsin property records ensures accurate ownership identification and verification.

Owner Name

Secondary owner name in Wood County Wisconsin records helps identify co-ownership and shared property responsibilities clearly.

Site Address

Site address in Wood County Wisconsin identifies exact property location for mapping, valuation, and search purposes.

Postal Address

Postal address in Wood County Wisconsin ensures delivery of tax bills and official property communications properly.

 

PI Number

Parcel identification number in Wood County Wisconsin uniquely identifies each property for tax and record tracking.

Tax Parcel Id

Tax parcel identification number in Wood County Wisconsin connects properties directly with taxation and assessment records.

State Id

State identification number in Wood County Wisconsin standardizes records across statewide systems for consistency and tracking.

Zip Code

Zip code in Wood County Wisconsin helps define property location for demographic analysis and mapping insights.

Place Name

Place name in Wood County Wisconsin indicates city or community for geographic and real estate identification.

School District

School district in Wood County Wisconsin affects property value, taxation, and family relocation decisions significantly.

Assessed Value

County assessed value in Wood County Wisconsin determines taxable worth of property for financial evaluation.

Land Value

Land value in Wood County Wisconsin reflects assessed worth of land excluding buildings or improvements.

Improvement Value

Improvement value in Wood County Wisconsin shows assessed value of structures built on the property.

Fair Market Value

Estimated market value in Wood County Wisconsin guides buyers and investors in property pricing decisions.

 

Property Tax Amount

Net property tax amount in Wood County Wisconsin shows payable tax after deductions and exemptions.

Gross Property Tax

Gross property tax amount in Wood County Wisconsin shows total tax before applying any exemptions.

Property Class

Property class in Wood County Wisconsin categorizes parcels into residential, commercial, or agricultural classifications.

Assessed Acres

Assessed acres in Wood County Wisconsin represent land size used for taxation and valuation purposes.

Deeded Acres

Deeded acres in Wood County Wisconsin define legally recorded land size in official property documents.

GIS Acres

GIS acres in Wood County Wisconsin provide mapped land measurements using geographic information system technology.

Fence

$174,976

Florence
$193,950

FAQs

How can I search property records in Wood County Wisconsin?

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

It is a unique number assigned to each property for tracking and tax purposes.

Yes, most property records are available online for public access and research.

You can view ownership, taxes, property value, parcel data, and sales history.

Property data is updated regularly with new assessments, zoning, and address information.

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