Rockland County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 70,496.
The median annual property tax in Rockland County is $10,001, which is 112% higher than the New York state average and 420% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.77% on a median home value of $564,200. Property taxes represent 9.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$10,001
+112% vs State
+420% vs US
Median Home Value
$564,200
+111% vs State
+167% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.77%
-14% vs State
+86% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$10,001
$833/mo
Without Mortgage
$10,001
$833/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 | $10,001 +0.0% | 1.77% |
| 2022 | $10,001 +0.0% | 1.89% |
| 2021 | $10,001 +0.0% | 2.15% |
| 2020 | $10,001 +0.0% | 2.21% |
| 2019 | $10,001 | 2.26% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
9.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$110,631
per year
Monthly Tax
$833
per month
Other Counties in New York
Sullivan County
Tax: $5,082/yr Rate: 2.16%
St. Lawrence County
Tax: $2,735/yr Rate: 2.28%
Allegany County
Tax: $2,881/yr Rate: 2.94%
Livingston County
Tax: $4,182/yr Rate: 2.47%
Niagara County
Tax: $4,052/yr Rate: 2.28%
Schenectady County
Tax: $5,486/yr Rate: 2.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rockland County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rockland County is $10,001 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.77% on a median home value of $564,200.
How does Rockland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rockland County are 420% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rockland County? ▼
In Rockland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $10,001 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $10,001. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rockland County? ▼
Property taxes in Rockland County represent approximately 9.0% of the median household income of $110,631. 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.