14092 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 14092 (Lewiston, New York) pay a median of $4,779/year in property taxes on homes valued at $246,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.94%, which is 5% above the New York state average of 1.85%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 14092 is approximately $398, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Niagara County. This is $473 less than the New York average of $5,252/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New York, 14092 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 13118 (1.94%) and 10579 (1.94%).

In Lewiston, property taxes represent approximately 7.0% of the median household income of $67,835, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

New York has no statewide property tax cap; reassessment occurs on a schedule determined by your town assessor within Niagara County. Niagara County primary residence owners earning under $500,000 should apply for STAR (School Tax Relief) immediately, as the program reduces school tax liability by exempting a portion of assessed value — typically saving $300–$800/year. Submit your STAR application to your town assessor or the Niagara County Assessor's office by the March 1 deadline.