Tompkins County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 23,291.
The median annual property tax in Tompkins County is $6,374, which is 35% higher than the New York state average and 231% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.35% on a median home value of $271,500. Property taxes represent 8.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,374
+35% vs State
+231% vs US
Median Home Value
$271,500
+2% vs State
+28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.35%
+15% vs State
+147% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,576
$548/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,114
$510/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 | $6,374 +2.3% | 2.35% |
| 2022 | $6,229 +8.1% | 2.36% |
| 2021 | $5,761 +5.4% | 2.52% |
| 2020 | $5,466 +4.8% | 2.50% |
| 2019 | $5,217 | 2.55% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
8.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,012
per year
Monthly Tax
$531
per month
Other Counties in New York
Saratoga County
Tax: $4,843/yr Rate: 1.49%
Delaware County
Tax: $3,059/yr Rate: 1.74%
Queens County
Tax: $6,130/yr Rate: 0.88%
Cayuga County
Tax: $3,747/yr Rate: 2.28%
Montgomery County
Tax: $3,630/yr Rate: 2.56%
Fulton County
Tax: $3,325/yr Rate: 2.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tompkins County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tompkins County is $6,374 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.35% on a median home value of $271,500.
How does Tompkins County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tompkins County are 231% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.35% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tompkins County? ▼
In Tompkins County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,576 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,114. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tompkins County? ▼
Property taxes in Tompkins County represent approximately 8.7% of the median household income of $73,012. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
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.