Monroe County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 201,032.
The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $5,495, which is 17% higher than the New York state average and 186% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.79% on a median home value of $197,100. Property taxes represent 7.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,495
+17% vs State
+186% vs US
Median Home Value
$197,100
-26% vs State
-7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.79%
+36% vs State
+194% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,643
$470/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,212
$434/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 | $5,495 +3.6% | 2.79% |
| 2022 | $5,306 +7.8% | 2.90% |
| 2021 | $4,923 +2.6% | 3.08% |
| 2020 | $4,798 +0.4% | 3.16% |
| 2019 | $4,781 | 3.22% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,409
per year
Monthly Tax
$458
per month
Other Counties in New York
Rockland County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.77%
New York County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 0.90%
Oswego County
Tax: $3,595/yr Rate: 2.58%
Sullivan County
Tax: $5,082/yr Rate: 2.16%
Nassau County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.52%
St. Lawrence County
Tax: $2,735/yr Rate: 2.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Monroe County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Monroe County is $5,495 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.79% on a median home value of $197,100.
How does Monroe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Monroe County are 186% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.79% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Monroe County? ▼
In Monroe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,643 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,212. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Monroe County? ▼
Property taxes in Monroe County represent approximately 7.4% of the median household income of $74,409. 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.