What is the property tax rate in Ithaca, NY?

Ithaca has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.63%. On a median home valued at $330,100, homeowners pay approximately $8,695 per year in property taxes.

How does Ithaca compare to Tompkins County?

Ithaca's effective rate of 2.63% is 17% higher than the Tompkins County average of 2.24%. The county-wide median annual tax is $6,515, while Ithaca homeowners pay an estimated $8,695.

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

Based on Ithaca's effective rate of 2.63%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $7,890 per year, or about $658 per month.

Ithaca Property Tax Rate

Tompkins County, New York

2.63%effective rate

Ithaca is located in Tompkins County, New York. Homeowners in Ithaca pay a median of $8,695 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $330,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.63%. This is 17% higher than the Tompkins County average of 2.24%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.63%

vs 2.24% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$8,695

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$330,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

31,792

Ithaca, NY

How Ithaca Compares

Ithaca

2.63%

Tompkins County Average

2.24%

New York Average

1.55%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Ithaca

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$7,890

$658/month · Rate: 2.63%

Tompkins 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.