Westchester County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 230,294.
The median annual property tax in Westchester 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 1.57% on a median home value of $638,400. Property taxes represent 8.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$10,001
+112% vs State
+420% vs US
Median Home Value
$638,400
+139% vs State
+202% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.57%
-23% vs State
+65% 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% | 1.57% |
| 2022 | $10,001 +0.0% | 1.62% |
| 2021 | $10,001 +0.0% | 1.79% |
| 2020 | $10,001 +0.0% | 1.84% |
| 2019 | $10,001 | 1.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
8.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$118,411
per year
Monthly Tax
$833
per month
Other Counties in New York
Cattaraugus County
Tax: $2,946/yr Rate: 2.69%
Cortland County
Tax: $4,184/yr Rate: 2.65%
Monroe County
Tax: $5,495/yr Rate: 2.79%
Orleans County
Tax: $3,781/yr Rate: 3.00%
Niagara County
Tax: $4,052/yr Rate: 2.28%
Chenango County
Tax: $3,061/yr Rate: 2.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Westchester County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Westchester County is $10,001 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $638,400.
How does Westchester County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Westchester County are 420% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Westchester County? ▼
In Westchester 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 Westchester County? ▼
Property taxes in Westchester County represent approximately 8.4% of the median household income of $118,411. 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.