Lewis County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 8,812.
The median annual property tax in Lewis County is $2,682, which is 43% lower than the New York state average and 39% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $158,000. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,682
-43% vs State
+39% vs US
Median Home Value
$158,000
-41% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.70%
-17% vs State
+79% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,966
$247/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,400
$200/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 | $2,682 +3.1% | 1.70% |
| 2022 | $2,602 +7.0% | 1.78% |
| 2021 | $2,431 +5.1% | 1.89% |
| 2020 | $2,313 +0.4% | 1.88% |
| 2019 | $2,304 | 1.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,329
per year
Monthly Tax
$224
per month
Other Counties in New York
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,851/yr Rate: 1.58%
Ontario County
Tax: $4,460/yr Rate: 2.20%
Saratoga County
Tax: $4,843/yr Rate: 1.49%
Montgomery County
Tax: $3,630/yr Rate: 2.56%
Richmond County
Tax: $6,074/yr Rate: 0.92%
Allegany County
Tax: $2,881/yr Rate: 2.94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lewis County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lewis County is $2,682 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.70% on a median home value of $158,000.
How does Lewis County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lewis County are 39% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lewis County? ▼
In Lewis County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,966 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,400. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lewis County? ▼
Property taxes in Lewis County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $68,329. 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.