Property taxes in Nassau County, New York

Nassau County has 424,058 parcels on the latest NY State assessment roll, including 386,141 single-family homes. The median residential property tax bill across the county's 52 school districts is $11,036/yr.

Median property tax bill
$11,036/yr
across 52 school districts
Median home value
$511k
P10 $372k · P90 $940k
Single-family parcels
386,141
of 424,058 total parcels
School districts
52
with published median bills

Cheapest school districts in Nassau County

These five Nassau County school districts have the lowest median residential property tax bills based on the latest NY State assessment roll.

Most expensive school districts in Nassau County

The five Nassau County school districts with the highest median property tax bills.

Towns in Nassau County

Nassau County is divided into 5 towns and cities. Each sets its own assessment roll and town-level levy.

Top ZIP codes in Nassau County

The eight ZIPs with the most parcels in Nassau County, by single-family parcel count.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average property tax bill in Nassau County?

The median residential property tax bill across Nassau County's 52 school districts is $11,036/yr. Individual bills vary 5x or more depending on school district, town, village, and special-district levies.

How are property taxes calculated in Nassau County?

Property tax in Nassau County stacks three layers: the county levy, the town levy, and the school district levy (typically 60-75% of the bill). Village and special-district levies add on where applicable. Rates are published per $1,000 of full market value and lag 12-18 months behind the assessment year.

Which town in Nassau County has the lowest property taxes?

Property tax bills vary more by school district than by town. To compare, use the Long Island tax map or browse the cheapest school districts on Long Island.

How do I lower my property tax bill in Nassau County?

Two main paths: exemptions (STAR, Enhanced STAR, Senior, Veterans, Volunteer Firefighter) and a tax grievance filed with your town's Board of Assessment Review (Suffolk: third Tuesday of May; Nassau: by the March deadline).

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Methodology & sources

Estimates only — not professional advice. All figures are derived from publicly available NY State data. Verify with the Nassau County Receiver of Taxes before making financial decisions.