Divorce Cost in Wisconsin (2026)

Complete guide to divorce costs across 20 cities in Wisconsin. Find filing fees, attorney rates, and total cost estimates.

$184
Filing Fee
$1,852
Avg Uncontested
$19,139
Avg Contested
20
Cities Covered

Wisconsin Divorce Laws

Divorce TypeNo Fault
Property DivisionCommunity Distribution
Waiting Period120 days
Residency Requirement6 months

Divorce Costs by City in Wisconsin

CityPopulationUncontestedContestedAttorney Rate
Milwaukee577,222$1,983$20,621$257/hr
Madison269,840$2,074$21,639$270/hr
Green Bay104,779$1,787$18,379$229/hr
Kenosha99,889$1,822$18,780$234/hr
Racine78,199$1,927$20,000$249/hr
Appleton73,596$1,843$19,021$237/hr
Waukesha71,016$1,885$19,508$243/hr
Eau Claire67,545$1,843$19,036$237/hr
Oshkosh66,778$1,759$18,102$225/hr
Janesville63,820$1,857$19,195$239/hr
West Allis60,697$1,850$19,089$238/hr
La Crosse51,522$1,773$18,234$227/hr
Sheboygan48,725$1,815$18,691$233/hr
Wauwatosa47,134$1,787$18,394$229/hr
Fond du Lac42,970$1,864$19,274$240/hr
New Berlin39,834$1,787$18,388$229/hr
Wausau39,309$1,899$19,684$245/hr
Brookfield37,999$1,815$18,714$233/hr
Greenfield37,159$1,822$18,812$234/hr
Beloit36,888$1,857$19,217$239/hr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to file for divorce in Wisconsin?
The court filing fee for divorce in Wisconsin is $184. Total costs range from $1,852 for an uncontested divorce to $19,139 or more for a contested case.
How long does a divorce take in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin requires a waiting period of 120 days and 6 months of residency. Uncontested divorces typically take 2-4 months; contested cases can take over a year.
Is Wisconsin a community property or equitable distribution state?
Wisconsin follows community distribution for dividing marital assets during divorce.