Delaware County Property Taxes

Delaware County, New York

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

35% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$255/mo escrow

#17 of 62 counties in New York

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.74%

vs. New York Avg35% below
vs. National Avg13.7% above

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$176,200

State avg $267,155

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$3,294

$275/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$2,843

$237/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#17

of 62 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Delaware County, New York

Delaware's rate moderates with values

Delaware County's effective tax rate of 1.736% exceeds the national median effective rate of roughly 0.71%, yet its median property tax of $3,059 remains just above the national median of $2,690. This reflects Delaware's positioning as a rural county with home values below the national average but with moderately higher tax rates.

Delaware ranks well below state average

Delaware County's effective rate of 1.736% is notably below New York's state average of 2.046%, and its median property tax of $3,059 is substantially lower than the state average of $4,709. This makes Delaware one of the more affordable tax environments in New York.

Delaware offers middle-ground taxes

Delaware County's 1.736% effective rate is lower than Chenango (2.389%) and Cortland (2.646%) but higher than Columbia (1.548%) and Essex (1.556%). Its median tax of $3,059 matches Chenango's, making Delaware an attractive option for cost-conscious rural homeowners.

Delaware median tax is $3,059 yearly

A homeowner with a median-valued property of $176,200 in Delaware County pays an estimated $3,059 in annual property taxes, or about $255 per month. With mortgage escrow, the total typically reaches approximately $3,294.

Verify your assessment value today

Delaware County residents should ensure their home's assessed value reflects its true market worth—overassessments reduce your equity and increase tax burden. Requesting a reassessment from your local assessor is free and could result in meaningful annual savings.

How Delaware County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Delaware County$3,059
New York State Average$4,709
National Average$1,924

Delaware County

1.74%

Effective rate

New York Avg

1.76%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Delaware County, New York?
The effective property tax rate in Delaware County, New York is 1.74%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Delaware County?
The median annual property tax payment in Delaware County is $3,059. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,294, while those without a mortgage pay $2,843.
How does Delaware County compare to the New York average?
Delaware County's effective tax rate of 1.74% is lower than the New York state average of 1.76%. The median annual property tax in Delaware County is $3,059, compared to the state average of $4,709.
What is the median home value in Delaware County, New York?
The median home value in Delaware County, New York is $176,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Delaware County a low property tax area in New York?
Yes — Delaware County's effective property tax rate of 1.74% is below the New York average of 1.76%. The median annual property tax of $3,059 is also lower the state average of $4,709, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Delaware County rank for property taxes in New York?
Delaware County ranks #17 out of 62 counties in New York by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.74% and median annual tax of $3,059, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.