Kings County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 300,026.
The median annual property tax in Kings County is $6,120, which is 30% higher than the New York state average and 218% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $889,700. Property taxes represent 7.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,120
+30% vs State
+218% vs US
Median Home Value
$889,700
+233% vs State
+321% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.69%
-66% vs State
-27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,952
$496/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,393
$533/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 | $6,120 +4.1% | 0.69% |
| 2022 | $5,881 +9.4% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $5,377 +8.0% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $4,980 +7.4% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $4,636 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,548
per year
Monthly Tax
$510
per month
Other Counties in New York
Hamilton County
Tax: $2,369/yr Rate: 0.98%
Nassau County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.52%
Putnam County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.23%
Ontario County
Tax: $4,460/yr Rate: 2.20%
Cayuga County
Tax: $3,747/yr Rate: 2.28%
Richmond County
Tax: $6,074/yr Rate: 0.92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kings County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kings County is $6,120 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.69% on a median home value of $889,700.
How does Kings County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kings County are 218% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kings County? ▼
In Kings County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,952 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,393. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kings County? ▼
Property taxes in Kings County represent approximately 7.8% of the median household income of $78,548. 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.