11374 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 11374 (Rego Park, New York) pay a median of $5,121/year in property taxes on homes valued at $484,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.06%, which is 43% below the New York state average of 1.85%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 11374 is approximately $427, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Queens County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New York, 11374 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 10018 (1.06%) and 11577 (1.06%).

In Rego Park, property taxes represent approximately 5.9% of the median household income of $86,333, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

New York has no statewide property tax cap; Queens assessments reflect citywide revaluation cycles and market conditions without annual ceilings. Queens homeowners with primary residences earning ≤$500,000 qualify for the Basic STAR exemption, reducing school property tax bills by exempting a set dollar amount from assessed value — apply through the NYC Department of Finance or your school district. File your STAR application within 30 days of purchase with the NYC Department of Finance (visit nyc.gov/finance or call 311) to activate the exemption on your first tax bill.