Dutchess County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 79,284.
The median annual property tax in Dutchess County is $7,226, which is 53% higher than the New York state average and 276% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.96% on a median home value of $368,100. Property taxes represent 7.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$7,226
+53% vs State
+276% vs US
Median Home Value
$368,100
+38% vs State
+74% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.96%
-4% vs State
+106% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$7,498
$625/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,688
$557/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 | $7,226 +1.3% | 1.96% |
| 2022 | $7,135 +6.9% | 2.05% |
| 2021 | $6,674 +3.3% | 2.19% |
| 2020 | $6,458 +1.1% | 2.22% |
| 2019 | $6,390 | 2.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$97,273
per year
Monthly Tax
$602
per month
Other Counties in New York
Rensselaer County
Tax: $5,357/yr Rate: 2.19%
Richmond County
Tax: $6,074/yr Rate: 0.92%
Otsego County
Tax: $2,911/yr Rate: 1.65%
Cattaraugus County
Tax: $2,946/yr Rate: 2.69%
Madison County
Tax: $4,058/yr Rate: 2.30%
Livingston County
Tax: $4,182/yr Rate: 2.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dutchess County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dutchess County is $7,226 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.96% on a median home value of $368,100.
How does Dutchess County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dutchess County are 276% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.96% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dutchess County? ▼
In Dutchess County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,498 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,688. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dutchess County? ▼
Property taxes in Dutchess County represent approximately 7.4% of the median household income of $97,273. 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.