Property tax in New York: rates, averages, and deductions
State averages from Census ACS, deduction data from IRS SOI, and county rankings below.
Avg property tax
$4,612
annual, median
Avg home value
$253,185
Avg mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
% claiming mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
Highest property tax counties
- 1.New York County$10,001
- 2.Suffolk County$10,001
- 3.Nassau County$10,001
- 4.Westchester County$10,001
- 5.Rockland County$10,001
- 6.Putnam County$10,001
- 7.Orange County$8,310
- 8.Dutchess County$7,135
- 9.Tompkins County$6,229
- 10.Ulster County$6,114
Lowest property tax counties
- 1.Hamilton County$2,197
- 2.Franklin County$2,370
- 3.Lewis County$2,602
- 4.St. Lawrence County$2,644
- 5.Jefferson County$2,778
- 6.Chautauqua County$2,784
- 7.Allegany County$2,814
- 8.Cattaraugus County$2,902
- 9.Otsego County$2,930
- 10.Delaware County$2,938
Frequently asked questions
What is the average property tax in New York?
Census ACS median property tax in New York is around $4,612 per year. Effective rate varies by county.
Can I deduct property taxes on my federal return?
The SALT deduction (state and local taxes, including property tax) is capped under current federal law. IRS SOI shows the average New York filer who claimed the property tax deduction took not yet imported.
Can I appeal my property tax assessment?
Yes in every state, though the process varies. Start with your county assessor's website for timelines and grounds for appeal. A successful appeal reduces your assessed value and the tax bill that flows from it.
Data sources
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