Niagara County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 64,870.
The median annual property tax in Niagara County is $4,052, which is 14% lower than the New York state average and 111% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.28% on a median home value of $177,400. Property taxes represent 6.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,052
-14% vs State
+111% vs US
Median Home Value
$177,400
-34% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.28%
+11% vs State
+140% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,418
$368/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,590
$299/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 | $4,052 +2.4% | 2.28% |
| 2022 | $3,958 +7.1% | 2.43% |
| 2021 | $3,697 +1.7% | 2.63% |
| 2020 | $3,634 +1.6% | 2.76% |
| 2019 | $3,577 | 2.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,809
per year
Monthly Tax
$338
per month
Other Counties in New York
New York County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 0.90%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,851/yr Rate: 1.58%
Tioga County
Tax: $3,750/yr Rate: 2.45%
Richmond County
Tax: $6,074/yr Rate: 0.92%
Yates County
Tax: $3,417/yr Rate: 1.92%
Chenango County
Tax: $3,061/yr Rate: 2.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Niagara County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Niagara County is $4,052 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.28% on a median home value of $177,400.
How does Niagara County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Niagara County are 111% 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 Niagara County? ▼
In Niagara County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,418 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,590. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Niagara County? ▼
Property taxes in Niagara County represent approximately 6.0% of the median household income of $67,809. 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.