WI taxes

You may be able to claim the homestead credit if:

• You occupied and owned or rented a home, apartment, or other dwelling that is subject to Wisconsin property taxes during 2024; and
• You were a legal resident of Wisconsin for all of 2024; and
• You were 18 years of age or older on December 31, 2024; and
• Your household income was less than $24,680 for 2024; and
• You meet one of the following conditions:
  • You (or your spouse, if married) had earned income during 2023; or
  • You (or your spouse, if married) are disabled; or
  • You (or your spouse, if married) are 62 years of age or older at the end of 2024.

Household income includes all income reportable for tax purposes, plus certain nontaxable income. Examples of nontaxable income that are included for this purpose include: Social Security, Unemployment Compensation, child support, IRA contributions, and nontaxable scholarships.

The homestead credit is a refundable credit. A refundable tax credit is a credit you can get as a refund even if you don't owe any tax.