Onondaga County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 128,013.
The median annual property tax in Onondaga County is $4,805, which is 2% higher than the New York state average and 150% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.59% on a median home value of $185,300. Property taxes represent 6.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,805
+2% vs State
+150% vs US
Median Home Value
$185,300
-31% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.59%
+26% vs State
+173% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,141
$428/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,234
$353/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 | $4,805 +3.4% | 2.59% |
| 2022 | $4,646 +6.2% | 2.69% |
| 2021 | $4,376 +4.6% | 2.84% |
| 2020 | $4,184 +2.4% | 2.83% |
| 2019 | $4,087 | 2.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,740
per year
Monthly Tax
$400
per month
Other Counties in New York
Cortland County
Tax: $4,184/yr Rate: 2.65%
St. Lawrence County
Tax: $2,735/yr Rate: 2.28%
Niagara County
Tax: $4,052/yr Rate: 2.28%
Chenango County
Tax: $3,061/yr Rate: 2.39%
Livingston County
Tax: $4,182/yr Rate: 2.47%
Oneida County
Tax: $3,646/yr Rate: 2.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Onondaga County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Onondaga County is $4,805 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.59% on a median home value of $185,300.
How does Onondaga County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Onondaga County are 150% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.59% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Onondaga County? ▼
In Onondaga County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,141 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,234. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Onondaga County? ▼
Property taxes in Onondaga County represent approximately 6.4% of the median household income of $74,740. 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.