Property taxes in Suffolk County, New York

Suffolk County has 534,162 parcels on the latest NY State assessment roll, including 461,685 single-family homes. The median residential property tax bill across the county's 68 school districts is $11,328/yr.

Median property tax bill
$11,328/yr
across 68 school districts
Median home value
$622k
P10 $388k · P90 $1399k
Single-family parcels
461,685
of 534,162 total parcels
School districts
68
with published median bills

Cheapest school districts in Suffolk County

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

Most expensive school districts in Suffolk County

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

Towns in Suffolk County

Suffolk County is divided into 8 towns and cities. Each sets its own assessment roll and town-level levy.

Top ZIP codes in Suffolk County

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the average property tax bill in Suffolk County?

The median residential property tax bill across Suffolk County's 68 school districts is $11,328/yr. Individual bills vary 5x or more depending on school district, town, village, and special-district levies.

How are property taxes calculated in Suffolk County?

Property tax in Suffolk 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 Suffolk 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 Suffolk 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 Suffolk County Receiver of Taxes before making financial decisions.