12819 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 12819 (Clemons, New York) pay a median of $2,917/year in property taxes on homes valued at $148,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.97%, which is 7% above the New York state average of 1.85%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 12819 is approximately $243, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Washington County. This is $2,335 less than the New York average of $5,252/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New York, 12819 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 10704 (1.97%) and 14837 (1.97%).

In Clemons, property taxes represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $62,059, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

New York has no statewide property tax cap; Washington County reassesses properties based on comparable sales and local tax needs without annual ceilings. Washington County primary residence owners earning ≤$500,000 qualify for the STAR program, reducing school property taxes by exempting a set amount from assessed value — apply through Washington County schools or the Washington County Assessor's office by March 15. Contact the Washington County Assessor (518-746-2510) within 30 days of closing to register your purchase and file STAR to activate your school tax exemption.