12839 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 12839 (Hudson Falls, New York) pay a median of $3,671/year in property taxes on homes valued at $161,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 2.28%, which is 23% above the New York state average of 1.85%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 12839 is approximately $306, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Washington County. This is $1,581 less than the New York average of $5,252/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New York, 12839 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 14005 (2.28%) and 13224 (2.27%).

In Hudson Falls, property taxes represent approximately 5.2% of the median household income of $70,006, 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.