Rusk County, WI Property Records
Property records in Rusk, Wisconsin document ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, tax history, parcel boundaries, sales information, and recorded instruments such as deeds, mortgages, and liens. These records are useful for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, researchers, and attorneys who need to verify ownership, review property taxes, understand land boundaries, or research the history of a parcel.
Official property information for the area is typically maintained at the county level through Rusk County offices, including Land Information, Real Property Listing, the Treasurer, and the Register of Deeds. Users can access maps, assessment details, tax data, and recorded land documents through the county’s official resources. For authoritative access, start with the county’s official property records website.
Rusk County, WI Property Records & Statistics
Rusk County is a low-cost housing market. The median rent is $783.50, below Wisconsin's $814 and the national $840.25. The median home value of $140,800 is well under the state's $194,600 and also under the national $173,750, making homeownership accessible compared with much of the state.
The median property tax rate is 1.31%, lower than the state's 1.47% but still well above the national rate of 0.74%. Combined with modest home values, tax bills on a typical house are likely to be on the lighter side.
Incomes are lower than average, with a median household income of $56,381 compared with $67,963.50 statewide and $65,108 nationally, in line with the county's lower housing costs. The unemployment rate is 2.04%, a little above the state's 1.86% but below the national 2.87%.
Only 13.08% of occupied housing is renter-occupied, well below the state's 18.62% and the national 21.81%. That makes Rusk County a heavily owner-occupied market, with inexpensive homes, modest incomes, and a below-state tax rate.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Rusk
Rusk County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 28,898 total parcels, including 10,710 residential and 752 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 83.97% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 31,725 deeds and 14,826 mortgages, and 7,904 properties have valuation data.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 28,898 |
| Residential Parcels | 10,710 |
| Commercial Parcels | 752 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 83.97% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 31,725 |
| Mortgage Records | 14,826 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 7,904 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 630 |
How to Search Rusk County, WI Property Records
Rusk County keeps its property records in two layers: assessment data covering 28,898 parcels, and the deeds and mortgages recorded by the Register of Deeds. They show how each parcel is classified, who owns it, and what documents have been recorded against it.
The main starting point is the Rusk County Register of Deeds page, which explains the office's services and recording information. Deeds in the data are recorded from January 3, 2006 through August 27, 2025, and mortgages from March 1, 2010 through the same date. For recording paperwork, the Wisconsin Register of Deeds Association forms page offers standard Wisconsin real estate forms.
The office is at 311 Miner Ave E., Ladysmith, WI 54848, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. For help finding a record, call 715-532-2139.
Bring the property address, owner name, or parcel number when you contact the office, and share as much detail as you can. Staff can help you find deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents for the parcel you are researching.
Rusk Registrar of Deeds
The Rusk County Probate Office is located at 311 Miner Ave E., Ladysmith, WI, 54848 and can be reached at 715-532-2139. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website ruskcounty.org.
Rusk County Register of Deeds
Rusk County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Rusk County property records by address?
Start with the Rusk County Register of Deeds page for recorded document services. Have the street address and the owner's name ready when you contact the office. Call 715-532-2139, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and staff can help you locate the parcel and its recorded documents.
How can I find property owners in Rusk County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds. Call the Rusk County Register of Deeds at 715-532-2139 with the property address or a known owner name, and the office can help you find the deed. Deeds in the data are recorded from January 3, 2006 through August 27, 2025. The Register of Deeds page has more details.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Rusk County?
Rusk County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on March 20, 2025. Assessments are set locally, so the town, village, or city where the property is located is the best contact for a specific value. The Register of Deeds at 715-532-2139 can point you to the right office.
Where can I find Rusk County property tax bills and payment records?
The county's current tax records cover the 2024 tax year. Tax bills are generally issued locally in Wisconsin, so contact the town, village, or city where the property is located. If you are not sure which office to call, the Register of Deeds at 715-532-2139 can help you find the right one.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Rusk County?
The Rusk County Register of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents at 311 Miner Ave E., Ladysmith. See the Register of Deeds page for services, or call 715-532-2139. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Standard recording forms are on the WRDA forms page.
Where can I access Rusk County parcel maps and GIS information?
Rusk County has 28,898 parcels, and parcel maps show their boundaries and locations. Visit the Rusk County website to find mapping tools, or call the Register of Deeds at 715-532-2139 to ask which department maintains them. Parcel maps are a reference, not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Rusk County?
Permits and zoning are often handled at the local level, with the county involved in some areas. Contact the town, village, or city where the property sits to learn which approvals apply. If you are unsure whom to ask, the Register of Deeds at 715-532-2139 can direct you to the right department.
How can I create a list of property owners in Rusk County?
Owner details are found one property at a time through recorded deeds. For a larger list, such as owners in a particular area, call the Rusk County Register of Deeds at 715-532-2139 and ask what records or copies the office can provide for that kind of request.