Ontario County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 34,718.
The median annual property tax in Ontario County is $4,460, which is 5% lower than the New York state average and 132% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.20% on a median home value of $202,900. Property taxes represent 5.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,460
-5% vs State
+132% vs US
Median Home Value
$202,900
-24% vs State
-4% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.20%
+7% vs State
+132% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,641
$387/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,047
$337/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 | $4,460 +2.2% | 2.20% |
| 2022 | $4,364 +6.8% | 2.26% |
| 2021 | $4,087 +3.7% | 2.42% |
| 2020 | $3,942 -0.8% | 2.42% |
| 2019 | $3,973 | 2.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,814
per year
Monthly Tax
$372
per month
Other Counties in New York
Bronx County
Tax: $5,310/yr Rate: 1.03%
Hamilton County
Tax: $2,369/yr Rate: 0.98%
Columbia County
Tax: $4,795/yr Rate: 1.55%
Schoharie County
Tax: $3,977/yr Rate: 2.19%
Sullivan County
Tax: $5,082/yr Rate: 2.16%
Westchester County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ontario County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ontario County is $4,460 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.20% on a median home value of $202,900.
How does Ontario County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ontario County are 132% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.20% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ontario County? ▼
In Ontario County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,641 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,047. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ontario County? ▼
Property taxes in Ontario County represent approximately 5.6% of the median household income of $79,814. 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.