12543 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 12543 (Maybrook, New York) pay a median of $6,597/year in property taxes on homes valued at $234,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 2.81%, which is 52% above the New York state average of 1.85%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 12543 is approximately $550, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Orange County. This is $1,345 more than the New York average of $5,252/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New York, 12543 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 14047 (2.81%) and 13209 (2.82%).

In Maybrook, property taxes represent approximately 7.4% of the median household income of $89,293, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

New York has no statewide property tax cap; assessments adjust annually based on local revaluation cycles and market conditions. Orange County primary residence owners earning ≤$500,000 benefit from the STAR exemption, which removes thousands from school tax calculations — submit your application to Orange County schools or the Orange County Assessor's office by the annual March 15 deadline. Contact the Orange County Assessor immediately post-closing to register your ownership and confirm STAR eligibility, as the exemption can save $500–$1,000+ annually depending on your assessed value.