Livingston County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 18,759.
The median annual property tax in Livingston County is $4,182, which is 11% lower than the New York state average and 117% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.47% on a median home value of $169,600. Property taxes represent 5.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,182
-11% vs State
+117% vs US
Median Home Value
$169,600
-37% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.47%
+20% vs State
+160% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,534
$378/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,676
$306/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 | $4,182 +3.3% | 2.47% |
| 2022 | $4,050 +6.2% | 2.53% |
| 2021 | $3,812 +4.3% | 2.68% |
| 2020 | $3,654 +0.5% | 2.73% |
| 2019 | $3,636 | 2.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,464
per year
Monthly Tax
$349
per month
Other Counties in New York
Onondaga County
Tax: $4,805/yr Rate: 2.59%
New York County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 0.90%
Monroe County
Tax: $5,495/yr Rate: 2.79%
Niagara County
Tax: $4,052/yr Rate: 2.28%
Chenango County
Tax: $3,061/yr Rate: 2.39%
Suffolk County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Livingston County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Livingston County is $4,182 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.47% on a median home value of $169,600.
How does Livingston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Livingston County are 117% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Livingston County? ▼
In Livingston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,534 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,676. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Livingston County? ▼
Property taxes in Livingston County represent approximately 5.8% of the median household income of $72,464. 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.