What is the property tax rate in Poughkeepsie, NY?

Poughkeepsie has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.22%. On a median home valued at $259,200, homeowners pay approximately $5,767 per year in property taxes.

How does Poughkeepsie compare to Dutchess County?

Poughkeepsie's effective rate of 2.22% is 17% higher than the Dutchess County average of 1.89%. The county-wide median annual tax is $7,562, while Poughkeepsie homeowners pay an estimated $5,767.

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

Based on Poughkeepsie's effective rate of 2.22%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $6,660 per year, or about $555 per month.

Poughkeepsie Property Tax Rate

Dutchess County, New York

2.22%effective rate

Poughkeepsie is located in Dutchess County, New York. Homeowners in Poughkeepsie pay a median of $5,767 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $259,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.22%. This is 17% higher than the Dutchess County average of 1.89%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.22%

vs 1.89% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$5,767

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$259,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

31,778

Poughkeepsie, NY

How Poughkeepsie Compares

Poughkeepsie

2.22%

Dutchess County Average

1.89%

New York Average

1.55%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Poughkeepsie

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

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$555/month · Rate: 2.22%

Dutchess 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.