Richmond County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 115,534.
The median annual property tax in Richmond County is $6,074, which is 29% higher than the New York state average and 216% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $658,500. Property taxes represent 6.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,074
+29% vs State
+216% vs US
Median Home Value
$658,500
+146% vs State
+211% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.92%
-55% vs State
-3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,074
$506/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,073
$506/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 | $6,074 +3.9% | 0.92% |
| 2022 | $5,844 +7.6% | 0.92% |
| 2021 | $5,429 +8.6% | 0.94% |
| 2020 | $4,998 +6.9% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $4,676 | 0.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$98,290
per year
Monthly Tax
$506
per month
Other Counties in New York
Erie County
Tax: $4,525/yr Rate: 2.08%
New York County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 0.90%
Tompkins County
Tax: $6,374/yr Rate: 2.35%
Cayuga County
Tax: $3,747/yr Rate: 2.28%
Monroe County
Tax: $5,495/yr Rate: 2.79%
Livingston County
Tax: $4,182/yr Rate: 2.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Richmond County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Richmond County is $6,074 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.92% on a median home value of $658,500.
How does Richmond County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Richmond County are 216% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.92% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Richmond County? ▼
In Richmond County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,074 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,073. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Richmond County? ▼
Property taxes in Richmond County represent approximately 6.2% of the median household income of $98,290. 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.