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Saratoga County

Saratoga County, New York

Effective Tax Rate

1.49%

Median Annual Tax

$4,843

How Saratoga County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Saratoga County$4,843
New York State Average$4,709
National Average$1,924

Saratoga County

1.49%

Effective rate

New York Avg

1.76%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$5,096

per year

Without Mortgage

$4,339

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$4,843

Monthly Escrow

$404

Effective Rate

1.49%

vs. New York State Average▲ 2.8% above
vs. National Average▲ 80% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Saratoga County, New York?
The effective property tax rate in Saratoga County, New York is 1.49%. 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 Saratoga County?
The median annual property tax payment in Saratoga County is $4,843. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,096, while those without a mortgage pay $4,339.
How does Saratoga County compare to the New York average?
Saratoga County's effective tax rate of 1.49% is lower than the New York state average of 1.76%. The median annual property tax in Saratoga County is $4,843, compared to the state average of $4,709.
What is the median home value in Saratoga County, New York?
The median home value in Saratoga County, New York is $324,800, 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

Nassau County(NY)

Rate1.52%
Median Tax$10,001

Warren County(NY)

Rate1.53%
Median Tax$3,789

Columbia County(NY)

Rate1.55%
Median Tax$4,795

Essex County(NY)

Rate1.56%
Median Tax$3,111
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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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