Ulster County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 51,163.
The median annual property tax in Ulster County is $6,124, which is 30% higher than the New York state average and 218% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.94% on a median home value of $315,100. Property taxes represent 7.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,124
+30% vs State
+218% vs US
Median Home Value
$315,100
+18% vs State
+49% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.94%
-5% vs State
+104% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,543
$545/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,480
$457/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 | $6,124 +0.2% | 1.94% |
| 2022 | $6,114 +5.7% | 2.12% |
| 2021 | $5,787 +4.6% | 2.29% |
| 2020 | $5,534 +1.4% | 2.31% |
| 2019 | $5,456 | 2.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,804
per year
Monthly Tax
$510
per month
Other Counties in New York
Schoharie County
Tax: $3,977/yr Rate: 2.19%
Onondaga County
Tax: $4,805/yr Rate: 2.59%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,851/yr Rate: 1.58%
Madison County
Tax: $4,058/yr Rate: 2.30%
Seneca County
Tax: $3,267/yr Rate: 2.29%
Queens County
Tax: $6,130/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ulster County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ulster County is $6,124 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.94% on a median home value of $315,100.
How does Ulster County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ulster County are 218% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.94% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ulster County? ▼
In Ulster County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,543 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,480. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ulster County? ▼
Property taxes in Ulster County represent approximately 7.5% of the median household income of $81,804. 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.