Chautauqua County, NY Property Tax: $2,846/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Chautauqua County is 2.39% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $119,300, that works out to about $2,851 per year, or $238 per month. Chautauqua County is located in western New York, and is home to approximately 126,329 residents.
About Chautauqua County
Chautauqua County covers approximately 1,060.4 square miles in New York. The county is home to about 126,329 residents living in roughly 66,328 housing units, of which 55.8% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $56,507, and the median home was built in 1953.
Chautauqua County borders Cattaraugus County, Erie County, Erie County, Warren 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 Chautauqua County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Chautauqua County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chautauqua County, NY | 2.39% | $119,300 | $2,851 |
| New York state average | 2.05% | — | $2,446* |
| Cattaraugus County | 2.69% | $109,400 | $2,946 |
| Erie County | 2.08% | $217,400 | $4,525 |
| Erie County | 1.62% | $169,500 | $2,754 |
| Warren County | 1.39% | $121,800 | $1,694 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Chautauqua County's median home value of $119,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Chautauqua County's property tax rate compare to the rest of New York?
At 2.39%, Chautauqua County is higher than the New York state average of 2.05%. On a home at the county median of $119,300, that means about $2,851 per year — versus $2,446 at the state average rate, a difference of $405 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Chautauqua County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Chautauqua County?
For a home at the county median value of $119,300, the annual property tax in Chautauqua County is approximately $2,851 — or about $238 per month. For a home worth $178,950, expect around $4,277 per year. For a $238,600 home, approximately $5,703 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Chautauqua County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Chautauqua County are handled by the Chautauqua 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 Chautauqua 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 2.39% shown here. Contact the Chautauqua 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