Chautauqua County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 37,020.
The median annual property tax in Chautauqua County is $2,846, which is 40% lower than the New York state average and 48% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.39% on a median home value of $119,300. Property taxes represent 5.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,846
-40% vs State
+48% vs US
Median Home Value
$119,300
-55% vs State
-44% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.39%
+17% vs State
+152% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,222
$269/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,546
$212/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 | $2,846 +2.2% | 2.39% |
| 2022 | $2,784 +5.8% | 2.51% |
| 2021 | $2,632 +1.0% | 2.74% |
| 2020 | $2,605 +3.4% | 2.80% |
| 2019 | $2,520 | 2.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,507
per year
Monthly Tax
$237
per month
Other Counties in New York
Yates County
Tax: $3,417/yr Rate: 1.92%
Delaware County
Tax: $3,059/yr Rate: 1.74%
Ulster County
Tax: $6,124/yr Rate: 1.94%
Albany County
Tax: $5,253/yr Rate: 1.89%
Steuben County
Tax: $3,245/yr Rate: 2.52%
Wyoming County
Tax: $3,557/yr Rate: 2.30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chautauqua County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chautauqua County is $2,846 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.39% on a median home value of $119,300.
How does Chautauqua County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chautauqua County are 48% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.39% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chautauqua County? ▼
In Chautauqua County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,222 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,546. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chautauqua County? ▼
Property taxes in Chautauqua County represent approximately 5.0% of the median household income of $56,507. 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.