12936 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 12936 (Essex, New York) pay a median of $3,309/year in property taxes on homes valued at $221,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.49%, which is 19% below the New York state average of 1.85%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 12936 is approximately $276, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Essex County. This is $1,943 less than the New York average of $5,252/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New York, 12936 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 10520 (1.49%) and 11709 (1.49%).

In Essex, property taxes represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $73,843, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

New York has no statewide property tax cap; Essex County (in the Adirondacks) assesses properties independently with reassessment occurring periodically, not at sale. Homeowners earning ≤$500,000 qualify for STAR (School Tax Relief) through the Essex County Assessor, reducing school taxes by $200–$400 annually. Submit your STAR application by March 15 following purchase; with Essex County's lower median home value, verify whether you also qualify for the Senior STAR (Enhanced STAR) program if age 65+.