Cayuga County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 22,533.
The median annual property tax in Cayuga County is $3,747, which is 20% lower than the New York state average and 95% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.28% on a median home value of $164,200. Property taxes represent 5.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,747
-20% vs State
+95% vs US
Median Home Value
$164,200
-39% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.28%
+11% vs State
+140% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,152
$346/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,249
$271/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 | $3,747 +0.5% | 2.28% |
| 2022 | $3,727 +11.4% | 2.35% |
| 2021 | $3,345 +4.8% | 2.42% |
| 2020 | $3,193 +0.9% | 2.42% |
| 2019 | $3,163 | 2.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,583
per year
Monthly Tax
$312
per month
Other Counties in New York
Franklin County
Tax: $2,418/yr Rate: 1.88%
Chenango County
Tax: $3,061/yr Rate: 2.39%
Genesee County
Tax: $3,958/yr Rate: 2.51%
Essex County
Tax: $3,111/yr Rate: 1.56%
Madison County
Tax: $4,058/yr Rate: 2.30%
Washington County
Tax: $3,852/yr Rate: 2.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cayuga County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cayuga County is $3,747 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.28% on a median home value of $164,200.
How does Cayuga County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cayuga County are 95% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.28% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cayuga County? ▼
In Cayuga County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,152 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,249. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cayuga County? ▼
Property taxes in Cayuga County represent approximately 5.6% of the median household income of $66,583. 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.