About Pierce County, Wisconsin
Pierce County is located in the western part of Wisconsin, and is part of the Eau Claire Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the population was 41,019. The county seat is Ellsworth.
Pierce County is governed by a 21-member Board of Supervisors, which is elected from 21 districts. The county is divided into five townships: Clifton, Diamond Bluff, Ellsworth, Oak Grove, and River Falls.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Pierce County government headquartered?
The county seat of Pierce County is Ellsworth. County government offices, courts, and public records departments are located there.
What types of public records does Pierce County maintain?
Pierce County maintains court filings, criminal arrest records, property deeds, tax assessments, vital records (birth, death, marriage), business licenses, and voter registrations. Access varies by record type and may require a formal request.
How do I obtain vital records in Pierce County?
Vital records — birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, and divorce decrees — are maintained by the Pierce County Clerk-Recorder in Ellsworth. Certified copies can be requested in person, by mail, or online. State law determines which records are public and which require proof of relationship.
Where can I find property and tax records for Pierce County?
Property records in Pierce County are maintained by the county Assessor and Recorder office. You can search property ownership, tax assessments, deed transfers, and mortgage liens online through the county portal. The Treasurer-Tax Collector manages property tax payments.
Official Government Sources
Pierce County Public Records Directory
All links go directly to official Pierce government websites.
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