Delaware County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 14,530.
The median annual property tax in Delaware County is $3,059, which is 35% lower than the New York state average and 59% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.74% on a median home value of $176,200. Property taxes represent 5.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,059
-35% vs State
+59% vs US
Median Home Value
$176,200
-34% vs State
-17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.74%
-15% vs State
+83% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,294
$275/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,843
$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 | $3,059 +4.1% | 1.74% |
| 2022 | $2,938 +4.5% | 1.83% |
| 2021 | $2,812 +1.1% | 1.91% |
| 2020 | $2,781 +1.3% | 1.93% |
| 2019 | $2,746 | 1.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,226
per year
Monthly Tax
$255
per month
Other Counties in New York
Seneca County
Tax: $3,267/yr Rate: 2.29%
Rockland County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.77%
Tioga County
Tax: $3,750/yr Rate: 2.45%
Putnam County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.23%
Fulton County
Tax: $3,325/yr Rate: 2.13%
Genesee County
Tax: $3,958/yr Rate: 2.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Delaware County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Delaware County is $3,059 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.74% on a median home value of $176,200.
How does Delaware County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Delaware County are 59% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.74% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Delaware County? ▼
In Delaware County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,294 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,843. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Delaware County? ▼
Property taxes in Delaware County represent approximately 5.1% of the median household income of $60,226. 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.