Jefferson County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 25,278.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,851, which is 39% lower than the New York state average and 48% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.58% on a median home value of $181,000. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,851
-39% vs State
+48% vs US
Median Home Value
$181,000
-32% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.58%
-23% vs State
+66% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,089
$257/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,515
$210/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 | $2,851 +2.6% | 1.58% |
| 2022 | $2,778 +5.1% | 1.64% |
| 2021 | $2,642 +2.6% | 1.72% |
| 2020 | $2,575 +2.4% | 1.72% |
| 2019 | $2,514 | 1.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,978
per year
Monthly Tax
$238
per month
Other Counties in New York
Hamilton County
Tax: $2,369/yr Rate: 0.98%
Cayuga County
Tax: $3,747/yr Rate: 2.28%
Suffolk County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.85%
Clinton County
Tax: $3,461/yr Rate: 1.98%
Saratoga County
Tax: $4,843/yr Rate: 1.49%
Queens County
Tax: $6,130/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,851 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.58% on a median home value of $181,000.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 48% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,089 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,515. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $64,978. 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.