Chemung County, NY Property Tax: $3,332/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Chemung County is 2.52% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $132,100, that works out to about $3,329 per year, or $277 per month. Chemung County is located in southern New York, and is home to approximately 82,805 residents.
About Chemung County
Chemung County covers approximately 407.3 square miles in New York. The county is home to about 82,805 residents living in roughly 39,143 housing units, of which 62.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $63,469, and the median home was built in 1955.
Chemung County borders Schuyler County, Steuben County, Tioga County, Tompkins County, Bradford 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 Chemung County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Chemung County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemung County, NY | 2.52% | $132,100 | $3,329 |
| New York state average | 2.05% | — | $2,708* |
| Schuyler County | 1.94% | $163,300 | $3,165 |
| Steuben County | 2.52% | $128,600 | $3,245 |
| Tioga County | 2.45% | $153,200 | $3,750 |
| Tompkins County | 2.35% | $271,500 | $6,374 |
| Bradford County | 1.16% | $182,300 | $2,110 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Chemung County's median home value of $132,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Chemung County's property tax rate compare to the rest of New York?
At 2.52%, Chemung County is higher than the New York state average of 2.05%. On a home at the county median of $132,100, that means about $3,329 per year — versus $2,708 at the state average rate, a difference of $621 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Chemung County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Chemung County?
For a home at the county median value of $132,100, the annual property tax in Chemung County is approximately $3,329 — or about $277 per month. For a home worth $198,150, expect around $4,993 per year. For a $264,200 home, approximately $6,658 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Chemung County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Chemung County are handled by the Chemung 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 Chemung 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 2.52% shown here. Contact the Chemung 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