Erie County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 267,519.
The median annual property tax in Erie County is $4,525, which is 4% lower than the New York state average and 135% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.08% on a median home value of $217,400. Property taxes represent 6.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,525
-4% vs State
+135% vs US
Median Home Value
$217,400
-19% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.08%
+1% vs State
+119% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,837
$403/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,049
$337/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 | $4,525 +3.0% | 2.08% |
| 2022 | $4,392 +6.9% | 2.22% |
| 2021 | $4,107 +3.4% | 2.43% |
| 2020 | $3,972 +2.1% | 2.47% |
| 2019 | $3,891 | 2.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,175
per year
Monthly Tax
$377
per month
Other Counties in New York
Queens County
Tax: $6,130/yr Rate: 0.88%
Kings County
Tax: $6,120/yr Rate: 0.69%
Suffolk County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.85%
Montgomery County
Tax: $3,630/yr Rate: 2.56%
Niagara County
Tax: $4,052/yr Rate: 2.28%
Columbia County
Tax: $4,795/yr Rate: 1.55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Erie County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Erie County is $4,525 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.08% on a median home value of $217,400.
How does Erie County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Erie County are 135% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.08% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Erie County? ▼
In Erie County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,837 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,049. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Erie County? ▼
Property taxes in Erie County represent approximately 6.4% of the median household income of $71,175. 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.