What is the property tax rate in Elmira, NY?

Elmira has an estimated effective property tax rate of 3.18%. On a median home valued at $88,200, homeowners pay approximately $2,808 per year in property taxes.

How does Elmira compare to Chemung County?

Elmira's effective rate of 3.18% is 30% higher than the Chemung County average of 2.45%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,451, while Elmira homeowners pay an estimated $2,808.

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

Based on Elmira's effective rate of 3.18%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $9,540 per year, or about $795 per month.

Elmira Property Tax Rate

Chemung County, New York

3.18%effective rate

Elmira is located in Chemung County, New York. Homeowners in Elmira pay a median of $2,808 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $88,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 3.18%. This is 30% higher than the Chemung County average of 2.45%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

3.18%

vs 2.45% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,808

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$88,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

26,349

Elmira, NY

How Elmira Compares

Elmira

3.18%

Chemung County Average

2.45%

New York Average

1.55%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Elmira

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$9,540

$795/month · Rate: 3.18%

Chemung 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.