Ulster County, NY Property Tax: $6,124/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Ulster County is 1.94% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $315,100, that works out to about $6,113 per year, or $509 per month. Ulster County is located in southern New York, and is home to approximately 182,109 residents.
About Ulster County
Ulster County covers approximately 1,124.2 square miles in New York. The county is home to about 182,109 residents living in roughly 86,178 housing units, of which 59.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $81,804, and the median home was built in 1966.
Ulster County borders Columbia County, Delaware County, Dutchess County, Greene County, Orange 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 Ulster County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Ulster County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ulster County, NY | 1.94% | $315,100 | $6,113 |
| New York state average | 2.05% | — | $6,460* |
| Columbia County | 1.55% | $309,800 | $4,795 |
| Delaware County | 1.74% | $176,200 | $3,059 |
| Dutchess County | 1.96% | $368,100 | $7,226 |
| Greene County | 1.66% | $248,300 | $4,116 |
| Orange County | 2.34% | $361,100 | $8,463 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Ulster County's median home value of $315,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Ulster County's property tax rate compare to the rest of New York?
At 1.94%, Ulster County is lower than the New York state average of 2.05%. On a home at the county median of $315,100, that means about $6,113 per year — versus $6,460 at the state average rate, a difference of $347 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Ulster County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Ulster County?
For a home at the county median value of $315,100, the annual property tax in Ulster County is approximately $6,113 — or about $509 per month. For a home worth $472,650, expect around $9,169 per year. For a $630,200 home, approximately $12,226 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Ulster County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Ulster County are handled by the Ulster 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 Ulster 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 1.94% shown here. Contact the Ulster 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