Essex County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 12,520.
The median annual property tax in Essex County is $3,111, which is 34% lower than the New York state average and 62% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $200,000. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,111
-34% vs State
+62% vs US
Median Home Value
$200,000
-25% vs State
-5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.56%
-24% vs State
+64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,789
$316/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,633
$219/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 | $3,111 -5.3% | 1.56% |
| 2022 | $3,285 +5.9% | 1.73% |
| 2021 | $3,103 +10.3% | 1.91% |
| 2020 | $2,812 +1.7% | 1.75% |
| 2019 | $2,766 | 1.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,215
per year
Monthly Tax
$259
per month
Other Counties in New York
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,851/yr Rate: 1.58%
Wayne County
Tax: $4,168/yr Rate: 2.55%
Niagara County
Tax: $4,052/yr Rate: 2.28%
Nassau County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.52%
Franklin County
Tax: $2,418/yr Rate: 1.88%
Greene County
Tax: $4,116/yr Rate: 1.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Essex County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Essex County is $3,111 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $200,000.
How does Essex County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Essex County are 62% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Essex County? ▼
In Essex County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,789 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,633. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Essex County? ▼
Property taxes in Essex County represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $70,215. 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.