WAUKESHA, WI Sales Tax Rate 2026

WAUKESHA Sales Tax Overview

As of 2026, WAUKESHA, Wisconsin has an average combined sales tax rate of 5%, with rates varying across 19 zip codes from 5% to 5%. This rate includes the Wisconsin state tax of 5% plus applicable county and local taxes.

Different areas within WAUKESHA may have different rates due to special tax districts, transit authority taxes, or other local levies. It is important to use your exact zip code when calculating taxes for purchases, business filings, or compliance purposes.

WAUKESHA Tax Examples

$25 meal $1.25 tax

$100 purchase $5.00 tax

$500 electronics $25.00 tax

$1,000 appliance $50.00 tax

* Based on average rate of 5%. Verify with your exact zip code.

WAUKESHA Zip Codes & Tax Rates

Zip Code	Combined	State	County	City
53018	5%	5%	0%	0%
53045	5%	5%	0%	0%
53046	5%	5%	0%	0%
53052	5%	5%	0%	0%
53056	5%	5%	0%	0%
53058	5%	5%	0%	0%
53064	5%	5%	0%	0%
53069	5%	5%	0%	0%
53072	5%	5%	0%	0%
53089	5%	5%	0%	0%
53103	5%	5%	0%	0%
53127	5%	5%	0%	0%
53146	5%	5%	0%	0%
53153	5%	5%	0%	0%
53183	5%	5%	0%	0%
53186	5%	5%	0%	0%
53187	5%	5%	0%	0%
53188	5%	5%	0%	0%
53189	5%	5%	0%	0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the sales tax rate in WAUKESHA, WI?

The average sales tax rate in WAUKESHA, WI is 5% as of 2026. This includes the 5% Wisconsin state tax plus any county and city taxes.

How many zip codes are in WAUKESHA, WI?

WAUKESHA, WI has 19 zip codes in our database: 53018, 53045, 53046, 53052, 53056 and 14 more.

How much is sales tax on a $100 purchase in WAUKESHA?

On a $100 purchase in WAUKESHA, WI you would pay approximately $5.00 in sales tax at the average rate of 5%, for a total of $105.00.

Is WAUKESHA's sales tax rate higher than the Wisconsin average?

Use our calculator to compare WAUKESHA's rate of 5% against other cities in Wisconsin. Visit the Wisconsin state page for the statewide average.

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