Sullivan County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 20,934.
The median annual property tax in Sullivan County is $5,082, which is 8% higher than the New York state average and 164% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.16% on a median home value of $234,800. Property taxes represent 7.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,082
+8% vs State
+164% vs US
Median Home Value
$234,800
-12% vs State
+11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.16%
+5% vs State
+127% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,485
$457/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,639
$387/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 | $5,082 +2.6% | 2.16% |
| 2022 | $4,954 +4.5% | 2.25% |
| 2021 | $4,740 +2.6% | 2.55% |
| 2020 | $4,621 +1.7% | 2.63% |
| 2019 | $4,542 | 2.63% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,826
per year
Monthly Tax
$424
per month
Other Counties in New York
Chemung County
Tax: $3,332/yr Rate: 2.52%
Wayne County
Tax: $4,168/yr Rate: 2.55%
Schenectady County
Tax: $5,486/yr Rate: 2.46%
Lewis County
Tax: $2,682/yr Rate: 1.70%
Montgomery County
Tax: $3,630/yr Rate: 2.56%
Nassau County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sullivan County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sullivan County is $5,082 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.16% on a median home value of $234,800.
How does Sullivan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sullivan County are 164% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.16% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sullivan County? ▼
In Sullivan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,485 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,639. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sullivan County? ▼
Property taxes in Sullivan County represent approximately 7.3% of the median household income of $69,826. 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.