10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in New York
If you are comparing property taxes across New York, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Orleans County, comes in at 3.00% — 1.40% higher than the New York average (1.60%). The statewide effective rate is 1.60%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orleans County | 3.00% | $3,781 | $126,200 |
| 2 | Allegany County | 2.94% | $2,881 | $97,900 |
| 3 | Monroe County | 2.79% | $5,495 | $197,100 |
| 4 | Cattaraugus County | 2.69% | $2,946 | $109,400 |
| 5 | Cortland County | 2.65% | $4,184 | $158,100 |
| 6 | Broome County | 2.64% | $3,824 | $145,100 |
| 7 | Onondaga County | 2.59% | $4,805 | $185,300 |
| 8 | Oswego County | 2.58% | $3,595 | $139,600 |
| 9 | Montgomery County | 2.56% | $3,630 | $141,600 |
| 10 | Wayne County | 2.55% | $4,168 | $163,400 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in New York often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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