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Rensselaer County

Rensselaer County, New York

Effective Tax Rate

2.19%

Median Annual Tax

$5,357

How Rensselaer County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Rensselaer County$5,357
New York State Average$4,709
National Average$1,924

Rensselaer County

2.19%

Effective rate

New York Avg

1.76%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$5,767

per year

Without Mortgage

$4,673

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$5,357

Monthly Escrow

$446

Effective Rate

2.19%

vs. New York State Average▲ 13.8% above
vs. National Average▲ 99.1% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Rensselaer County, New York?
The effective property tax rate in Rensselaer County, New York is 2.19%. 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 Rensselaer County?
The median annual property tax payment in Rensselaer County is $5,357. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,767, while those without a mortgage pay $4,673.
How does Rensselaer County compare to the New York average?
Rensselaer County's effective tax rate of 2.19% is higher than the New York state average of 1.76%. The median annual property tax in Rensselaer County is $5,357, compared to the state average of $4,709.
What is the median home value in Rensselaer County, New York?
The median home value in Rensselaer County, New York is $244,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in New York?
Property taxes in New York are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Ontario County(NY)

Rate2.20%
Median Tax$4,460

Schoharie County(NY)

Rate2.19%
Median Tax$3,977

Sullivan County(NY)

Rate2.16%
Median Tax$5,082

Putnam County(NY)

Rate2.23%
Median Tax$10,001
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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.

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