WisTax
22 Counties Trail State in Job Growth
They lack access to major highways, universities, and high-speed internet
Oct 11th, 2017 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
Local Government Finances Are Stable
Survey show most in better shape than last year. But schools are a big concern.
Sep 17th, 2017 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
School Spending Falls Below National Average
First time in modern memory. Driven by statewide salary, benefits decline.
Aug 29th, 2017 by Todd A. Berry
Yes, State Budget Is Late
Only one budget later since 1977. And 46 other state legislatures are already done.
Jul 19th, 2017 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
Home Values Still Below 2008 Peak
Statewide residential values in 2016 were 4.4% below 2008.
Jun 28th, 2017 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
Wisconsin’s Deficit Is Growing
Walker cut deficit in half, but has since grown it, could hit $2.1 billion.
May 11th, 2017 by Todd A. Berry
State Prison Population Rising Again
Up 3.4% in last three years. Many are returnees who violated rules of probation.
May 4th, 2017 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
State Income Tax Hits Middle Class
Versus other states, falls hardest on incomes of $50,000 to $150,000.
Apr 16th, 2017 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
You Pay Many Hidden Taxes
From fishing poles to beer to phone bills, lots of local, state, federal fees.
Apr 2nd, 2017 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
School Spending Referendums Highest Ever
83 referendums in 2016, 77% approved, totaling $1.35 billion.
Mar 7th, 2017 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
State-Local Tax Burden Lowest Since 1962
Now ranks 16th in the nation.
Feb 17th, 2017 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
Wisconsin Property Taxes Up By 1.6%
School districts up just 0.1%, while technical colleges have biggest hike, up 4.2%.
Dec 22nd, 2016 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
