Cattaraugus County, NY Property Tax: $2,946/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Cattaraugus County is 2.69% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $109,400, that works out to about $2,943 per year, or $245 per month. Cattaraugus County is located in western New York, and is home to approximately 76,479 residents.
About Cattaraugus County
Cattaraugus County covers approximately 1,308.2 square miles in New York. The county is home to about 76,479 residents living in roughly 40,279 housing units, of which 58.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $58,248, and the median home was built in 1961.
Cattaraugus County borders Allegany County, Chautauqua County, Erie County, Wyoming County, McKean County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in New York
Property taxes in New York are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in New York offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Cattaraugus County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Cattaraugus County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattaraugus County, NY | 2.69% | $109,400 | $2,943 |
| New York state average | 2.05% | — | $2,243* |
| Allegany County | 2.94% | $97,900 | $2,881 |
| Chautauqua County | 2.39% | $119,300 | $2,846 |
| Erie County | 2.08% | $217,400 | $4,525 |
| Wyoming County | 2.30% | $154,700 | $3,557 |
| McKean County | 1.64% | $98,700 | $1,615 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Cattaraugus County's median home value of $109,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Cattaraugus County's property tax rate compare to the rest of New York?
At 2.69%, Cattaraugus County is higher than the New York state average of 2.05%. On a home at the county median of $109,400, that means about $2,943 per year — versus $2,243 at the state average rate, a difference of $700 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Cattaraugus County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Cattaraugus County?
For a home at the county median value of $109,400, the annual property tax in Cattaraugus County is approximately $2,943 — or about $245 per month. For a home worth $164,100, expect around $4,414 per year. For a $218,800 home, approximately $5,886 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Cattaraugus County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Cattaraugus County are handled by the Cattaraugus County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Cattaraugus County?
New York counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 2.69% shown here. Contact the Cattaraugus County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File