Rensselaer County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 42,452.
The median annual property tax in Rensselaer County is $5,357, which is 14% higher than the New York state average and 179% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.19% on a median home value of $244,300. Property taxes represent 6.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,357
+14% vs State
+179% vs US
Median Home Value
$244,300
-9% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.19%
+7% vs State
+131% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,767
$481/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,673
$389/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 | $5,357 +2.3% | 2.19% |
| 2022 | $5,235 +6.6% | 2.27% |
| 2021 | $4,913 +3.1% | 2.41% |
| 2020 | $4,766 +0.7% | 2.42% |
| 2019 | $4,735 | 2.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,663
per year
Monthly Tax
$446
per month
Other Counties in New York
St. Lawrence County
Tax: $2,735/yr Rate: 2.28%
Madison County
Tax: $4,058/yr Rate: 2.30%
Niagara County
Tax: $4,052/yr Rate: 2.28%
Dutchess County
Tax: $7,226/yr Rate: 1.96%
Saratoga County
Tax: $4,843/yr Rate: 1.49%
Albany County
Tax: $5,253/yr Rate: 1.89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rensselaer County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rensselaer County is $5,357 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.19% on a median home value of $244,300.
How does Rensselaer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rensselaer County are 179% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.19% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rensselaer County? ▼
In Rensselaer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,767 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,673. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rensselaer County? ▼
Property taxes in Rensselaer County represent approximately 6.2% of the median household income of $86,663. 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.