Evicting a bad tenant in Wisconsin costs ~$6,294.
How Wisconsin handles evictions
Five-day notice for nonpayment.
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Wisconsin eviction cost FAQ
How much does it cost to evict someone in Wisconsin?
TenantFort estimates a contested eviction in Wisconsin at around $6,294 all-in: a $94 filing fee, roughly 1 months of lost rent ($1,200 at a typical $1,200/mo), plus legal fees, property damage beyond the deposit, and turnover costs, using national planning figures for those three. Uncontested cases cost less.
How long does an eviction take in Wisconsin?
Roughly 30 days (~4 weeks) from notice to lockout, as an estimate; contested cases take longer. Five-day notice for nonpayment.
How much is the eviction filing fee in Wisconsin?
$94, filed with the Small Claims Court. Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.
What court handles evictions in Wisconsin?
Evictions in Wisconsin are handled by the Small Claims Court.
Sources & methodology
The filing fee is the Small Claims Court's published fee; it has not yet been checked against the official fee schedule for this page, so confirm it with the court before you file. The timeline and typical rent are estimates. Property damage ($2,500), legal fees ($1,000) and turnover ($1,500) are round planning figures, the same for every state, not costs measured in Wisconsin. Real costs vary by county, whether the tenant contests, and the market.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Consult a local attorney for your specific situation.