12974 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 12974 (Port Henry, New York) pay a median of $2,973/year in property taxes on homes valued at $154,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.92%, which is 4% above the New York state average of 1.85%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 12974 is approximately $248, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Essex County. This is $2,279 less than the New York average of $5,252/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New York, 12974 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 13456 (1.92%) and 14025 (1.92%).

In Port Henry, property taxes represent approximately 6.8% of the median household income of $43,832, 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+.