14486 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 14486 (Linwood, New York) pay a median of $3,813/year in property taxes on homes valued at $177,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 2.15%, which is 17% above the New York state average of 1.85%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 14486 is approximately $318, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Livingston County. This is $1,439 less than the New York average of $5,252/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New York, 14486 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 12198 (2.15%) and 13786 (2.15%).

New York has no statewide property tax cap; Livingston County towns conduct reassessments on their own schedules, typically every 4–8 years. Livingston County homebuyers with primary residences and household income under $500,000 should immediately apply for STAR (School Tax Relief), which exempts a portion of assessed value from school taxes — saving $400–$900/year depending on home value. File your STAR application with the Livingston County Assessor's office by March 1 to activate the exemption.