10920 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 10920 (Congers, New York) pay a median of $10,001/year in property taxes on homes valued at $533,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.87%, which is near the New York state average of 1.85%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 10920 is approximately $833, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Rockland County. This is $4,749 more than the New York average of $5,252/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New York, 10920 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 10710 (1.87%) and 12916 (1.87%).

In Congers, property taxes represent approximately 7.0% of the median household income of $143,672, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

New York has no statewide property tax cap; your assessment reflects local tax rates and market values with no annual ceiling. Rockland County offers the STAR program for primary residences with household income ≤$500,000, reducing school taxes by exempting a set dollar amount from your assessed value — apply through your local school district or Rockland County Assessor. After purchase, file your STAR application within 30 days at the Rockland County Assessor's office (845-807-5000) to ensure the exemption takes effect on your next tax bill.