What is the property tax rate in Auburn, NY?

Auburn has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.86%. On a median home valued at $143,600, homeowners pay approximately $4,108 per year in property taxes.

How does Auburn compare to Cayuga County?

Auburn's effective rate of 2.86% is 31% higher than the Cayuga County average of 2.19%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,740, while Auburn homeowners pay an estimated $4,108.

How much are property taxes in Auburn on a $300,000 home?

Based on Auburn's effective rate of 2.86%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $8,580 per year, or about $715 per month.

Auburn Property Tax Rate

Cayuga County, New York

2.86%effective rate

Auburn is located in Cayuga County, New York. Homeowners in Auburn pay a median of $4,108 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $143,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.86%. This is 31% higher than the Cayuga County average of 2.19%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.86%

vs 2.19% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$4,108

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$143,600

2024 estimate

Population📍

26,475

Auburn, NY

How Auburn Compares

Auburn

2.86%

Cayuga County Average

2.19%

New York Average

1.55%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Auburn

Property taxes in Auburn are collected by Cayuga County. Tax exemptions available to Cayuga County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Auburn. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Cayuga County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$8,580

$715/month · Rate: 2.86%

Cayuga County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.