12068 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 12068 (Fonda, New York) pay a median of $3,662/year in property taxes on homes valued at $170,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 2.15%, which is 16% above the New York state average of 1.85%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 12068 is approximately $305, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Montgomery County. This is $1,590 less than the New York average of $5,252/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New York, 12068 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 12953 (2.15%) and 13411 (2.15%).

In Fonda, property taxes represent approximately 5.0% of the median household income of $73,050, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

New York has no statewide property tax cap; Montgomery County reassesses properties based on market conditions and local tax needs without annual increase ceilings. Montgomery County primary residence owners with household income ≤$500,000 qualify for STAR, reducing school property taxes by exempting a set dollar amount from assessed value — apply through local schools or the Montgomery County Assessor's office by March 15. File your STAR application with the Montgomery County Assessor immediately after closing to activate the exemption on your first tax bill and capture the full year's school tax savings.