Orleans County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 12,539.
The median annual property tax in Orleans County is $3,781, which is 20% lower than the New York state average and 97% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 3.00% on a median home value of $126,200. Property taxes represent 5.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,781
-20% vs State
+97% vs US
Median Home Value
$126,200
-53% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
3.00%
+46% vs State
+216% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,132
$344/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,282
$274/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 | $3,781 +0.4% | 3.00% |
| 2022 | $3,765 +6.8% | 3.08% |
| 2021 | $3,524 +2.3% | 3.27% |
| 2020 | $3,445 +1.5% | 3.40% |
| 2019 | $3,393 | 3.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,838
per year
Monthly Tax
$315
per month
Other Counties in New York
Orange County
Tax: $8,463/yr Rate: 2.34%
Saratoga County
Tax: $4,843/yr Rate: 1.49%
Cattaraugus County
Tax: $2,946/yr Rate: 2.69%
Dutchess County
Tax: $7,226/yr Rate: 1.96%
Delaware County
Tax: $3,059/yr Rate: 1.74%
Queens County
Tax: $6,130/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Orleans County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Orleans County is $3,781 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 3.00% on a median home value of $126,200.
How does Orleans County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Orleans County are 97% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 3.00% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Orleans County? ▼
In Orleans County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,132 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,282. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Orleans County? ▼
Property taxes in Orleans County represent approximately 5.9% of the median household income of $63,838. 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.