Rochester Property Tax Rate

Monroe County, New York

2.55%effective rate

Rochester is located in Monroe County, New York. Homeowners in Rochester pay a median of $3,074 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $120,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.55%. This is 3% lower than the Monroe County average of 2.63%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.55%

vs 2.63% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,074

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$120,600

2024 estimate

Population📍

209,720

Rochester, NY

How Rochester Compares

Rochester
2.55%
Monroe County Average
2.63%
New York Average
1.55%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Monroe County

Compare property tax rates for 3 cities in Monroe County, New York.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Irondequoit$5,5973.31%
Brighton$7,2212.78%
Rochester$3,0742.55%

About Property Taxes in Rochester

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$7,650

$638/month · Rate: 2.55%

Monroe County Property Taxes

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New York 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.