Washington County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 18,568.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $3,852, which is 18% lower than the New York state average and 100% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.08% on a median home value of $185,000. Property taxes represent 5.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,852
-18% vs State
+100% vs US
Median Home Value
$185,000
-31% vs State
-13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.08%
+1% vs State
+119% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,112
$343/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,413
$284/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 | $3,852 +0.5% | 2.08% |
| 2022 | $3,832 +5.5% | 2.17% |
| 2021 | $3,632 +5.7% | 2.30% |
| 2020 | $3,435 +2.4% | 2.27% |
| 2019 | $3,356 | 2.25% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,342
per year
Monthly Tax
$321
per month
Other Counties in New York
Hamilton County
Tax: $2,369/yr Rate: 0.98%
Columbia County
Tax: $4,795/yr Rate: 1.55%
Orleans County
Tax: $3,781/yr Rate: 3.00%
Orange County
Tax: $8,463/yr Rate: 2.34%
Herkimer County
Tax: $3,067/yr Rate: 2.27%
Monroe County
Tax: $5,495/yr Rate: 2.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $3,852 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.08% on a median home value of $185,000.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 100% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.08% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,112 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,413. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 5.3% of the median household income of $72,342. 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.