Fulton County, NY Property Tax: $3,325/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Fulton County is 2.13% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $156,100, that works out to about $3,325 per year, or $277 per month. Fulton County is located in central New York, and is home to approximately 52,787 residents.
About Fulton County
Fulton County covers approximately 495.5 square miles in New York. The county is home to about 52,787 residents living in roughly 28,169 housing units, of which 55.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $62,615, and the median home was built in 1953.
Fulton County borders Hamilton County, Herkimer County, Montgomery County, Saratoga 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 Fulton County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Fulton County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton County, NY | 2.13% | $156,100 | $3,325 |
| New York state average | 2.05% | — | $3,200* |
| Hamilton County | 0.98% | $242,000 | $2,369 |
| Herkimer County | 2.27% | $135,000 | $3,067 |
| Montgomery County | 2.56% | $141,600 | $3,630 |
| Saratoga County | 1.49% | $324,800 | $4,843 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Fulton County's median home value of $156,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Fulton County's property tax rate compare to the rest of New York?
At 2.13%, Fulton County is higher than the New York state average of 2.05%. On a home at the county median of $156,100, that means about $3,325 per year — versus $3,200 at the state average rate, a difference of $125 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Fulton County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Fulton County?
For a home at the county median value of $156,100, the annual property tax in Fulton County is approximately $3,325 — or about $277 per month. For a home worth $234,150, expect around $4,987 per year. For a $312,200 home, approximately $6,650 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Fulton County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Fulton County are handled by the Fulton 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 Fulton 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 2.13% shown here. Contact the Fulton 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