Steuben County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 28,614.
The median annual property tax in Steuben County is $3,245, which is 31% lower than the New York state average and 69% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.52% on a median home value of $128,600. Property taxes represent 5.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,245
-31% vs State
+69% vs US
Median Home Value
$128,600
-52% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.52%
+23% vs State
+165% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,754
$313/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,750
$229/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 | $3,245 +4.7% | 2.52% |
| 2022 | $3,100 +6.3% | 2.56% |
| 2021 | $2,917 +2.4% | 2.70% |
| 2020 | $2,849 +3.4% | 2.73% |
| 2019 | $2,756 | 2.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,740
per year
Monthly Tax
$270
per month
Other Counties in New York
Cortland County
Tax: $4,184/yr Rate: 2.65%
Bronx County
Tax: $5,310/yr Rate: 1.03%
Rockland County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.77%
Seneca County
Tax: $3,267/yr Rate: 2.29%
Ontario County
Tax: $4,460/yr Rate: 2.20%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,851/yr Rate: 1.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Steuben County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Steuben County is $3,245 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.52% on a median home value of $128,600.
How does Steuben County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Steuben County are 69% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Steuben County? ▼
In Steuben County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,754 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,750. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Steuben County? ▼
Property taxes in Steuben County represent approximately 5.0% of the median household income of $64,740. 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.