Oswego County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 34,837.
The median annual property tax in Oswego County is $3,595, which is 24% lower than the New York state average and 87% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.58% on a median home value of $139,600. Property taxes represent 5.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,595
-24% vs State
+87% vs US
Median Home Value
$139,600
-48% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.58%
+26% vs State
+172% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,012
$334/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,851
$238/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 | $3,595 +1.4% | 2.58% |
| 2022 | $3,544 +8.3% | 2.69% |
| 2021 | $3,272 +4.8% | 2.82% |
| 2020 | $3,123 +4.2% | 2.85% |
| 2019 | $2,997 | 2.87% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,461
per year
Monthly Tax
$300
per month
Other Counties in New York
Hamilton County
Tax: $2,369/yr Rate: 0.98%
Schenectady County
Tax: $5,486/yr Rate: 2.46%
Suffolk County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.85%
Schoharie County
Tax: $3,977/yr Rate: 2.19%
Livingston County
Tax: $4,182/yr Rate: 2.47%
Putnam County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Oswego County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Oswego County is $3,595 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.58% on a median home value of $139,600.
How does Oswego County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Oswego County are 87% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Oswego County? ▼
In Oswego County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,012 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,851. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Oswego County? ▼
Property taxes in Oswego County represent approximately 5.3% of the median household income of $68,461. 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.