Cattaraugus County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 23,732.
The median annual property tax in Cattaraugus County is $2,946, which is 37% lower than the New York state average and 53% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.69% on a median home value of $109,400. Property taxes represent 5.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,946
-37% vs State
+53% vs US
Median Home Value
$109,400
-59% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.69%
+31% vs State
+183% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,383
$282/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,646
$221/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 | $2,946 +1.5% | 2.69% |
| 2022 | $2,902 +3.2% | 2.76% |
| 2021 | $2,813 +0.9% | 3.04% |
| 2020 | $2,789 +2.5% | 3.09% |
| 2019 | $2,722 | 3.09% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,248
per year
Monthly Tax
$246
per month
Other Counties in New York
Madison County
Tax: $4,058/yr Rate: 2.30%
Bronx County
Tax: $5,310/yr Rate: 1.03%
Niagara County
Tax: $4,052/yr Rate: 2.28%
Livingston County
Tax: $4,182/yr Rate: 2.47%
Herkimer County
Tax: $3,067/yr Rate: 2.27%
Clinton County
Tax: $3,461/yr Rate: 1.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cattaraugus County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cattaraugus County is $2,946 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.69% on a median home value of $109,400.
How does Cattaraugus County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cattaraugus County are 53% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cattaraugus County? ▼
In Cattaraugus County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,383 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,646. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cattaraugus County? ▼
Property taxes in Cattaraugus County represent approximately 5.1% of the median household income of $58,248. 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.