Chemung County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 24,384.
The median annual property tax in Chemung County is $3,332, which is 29% lower than the New York state average and 73% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.52% on a median home value of $132,100. Property taxes represent 5.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,332
-29% vs State
+73% vs US
Median Home Value
$132,100
-51% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.52%
+23% vs State
+165% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,737
$311/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,846
$237/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,332 +2.0% | 2.52% |
| 2022 | $3,267 +5.7% | 2.55% |
| 2021 | $3,092 +7.7% | 2.70% |
| 2020 | $2,872 +1.4% | 2.64% |
| 2019 | $2,831 | 2.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,469
per year
Monthly Tax
$278
per month
Other Counties in New York
Albany County
Tax: $5,253/yr Rate: 1.89%
Cayuga County
Tax: $3,747/yr Rate: 2.28%
Yates County
Tax: $3,417/yr Rate: 1.92%
Monroe County
Tax: $5,495/yr Rate: 2.79%
Fulton County
Tax: $3,325/yr Rate: 2.13%
Livingston County
Tax: $4,182/yr Rate: 2.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chemung County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chemung County is $3,332 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.52% on a median home value of $132,100.
How does Chemung County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chemung County are 73% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chemung County? ▼
In Chemung County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,737 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,846. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chemung County? ▼
Property taxes in Chemung County represent approximately 5.2% of the median household income of $63,469. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.