Cattaraugus County, NY property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in Cattaraugus County is 2.69%, above the New York median of 1.60% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $2,946 a year on a home worth $109,400.
- Effective rate
- 2.69%
- Median annual bill
- $2,946
- Median home value
- $109,400
- Rank in New York
- 4of 62
Estimated annual bill by home value
| Home value | Estimated bill | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $5,380 | $448 |
| $300,000 | $8,070 | $673 |
| $400,000 | $10,760 | $897 |
| $500,000 | $13,450 | $1,121 |
| $750,000 | $20,175 | $1,681 |
| $1,000,000 | $26,900 | $2,242 |
Cattaraugus County compared with New York and the US
| Area | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattaraugus County | 2.69% | $2,946 | $109,400 |
| New York median | 1.60% | $6,450 | $403,000 |
| United States median | 0.98% | $2,969 | n/a |
Rates and medians: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-year estimates, tables B25103 and B25077. Effective rate is median taxes paid divided by median owner-occupied home value.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Cattaraugus County, NY?
The median effective property tax rate in Cattaraugus County is 2.69% of home value, above the New York median of 1.60% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $2,946 a year on a median home value of $109,400 (Census ACS 2023 5-year).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 house in Cattaraugus County?
About $10,760 per year at the county's median effective rate of 2.69%, before exemptions. The exact bill depends on the city, school district and special districts that serve the parcel, so treat this as a planning estimate.
How does Cattaraugus County compare with the rest of New York?
Cattaraugus County ranks 4 of 62 New York counties by effective rate. The New York median is 1.60% and the median bill is $6,450.