Suffolk County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 419,631.
The median annual property tax in Suffolk 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 1.85% on a median home value of $539,500. Property taxes represent 7.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$10,001
+112% vs State
+420% vs US
Median Home Value
$539,500
+102% vs State
+155% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.85%
-10% vs State
+95% 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% | 1.85% |
| 2022 | $10,001 +0.9% | 2.04% |
| 2021 | $9,911 +3.3% | 2.27% |
| 2020 | $9,598 +1.8% | 2.32% |
| 2019 | $9,428 | 2.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$128,329
per year
Monthly Tax
$833
per month
Other Counties in New York
Schoharie County
Tax: $3,977/yr Rate: 2.19%
Chenango County
Tax: $3,061/yr Rate: 2.39%
Steuben County
Tax: $3,245/yr Rate: 2.52%
Madison County
Tax: $4,058/yr Rate: 2.30%
Franklin County
Tax: $2,418/yr Rate: 1.88%
Rensselaer County
Tax: $5,357/yr Rate: 2.19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Suffolk County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Suffolk County is $10,001 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.85% on a median home value of $539,500.
How does Suffolk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Suffolk County are 420% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.85% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Suffolk County? ▼
In Suffolk 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 Suffolk County? ▼
Property taxes in Suffolk County represent approximately 7.8% of the median household income of $128,329. 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.