Property taxes in Ridge, NY 11961
ZIP 11961 (Ridge) has 5,808 parcels in Suffolk County, including 4,273 single-family homes. The median home is valued at $468,750.
- Median home value
- $469k
- Most homes $292k to $682k
- Single-family homes
- 4,273
- of 5,808 parcels
- School districts
- 5
- serving this ZIP code
School districts in ZIP 11961
Homes in Ridge (11961) are zoned into these school districts. The school portion is typically 60–75% of the bill, so the district on your tax bill matters more than the ZIP on your mail.
- Longwood5,026 parcels in this ZIP $9,9725,026 parcels
- Shoreham-Wading River708 parcels in this ZIP $14,332708 parcels
- Riverhead11 parcels in this ZIP $8,94811 parcels
- William Floyd9 parcels in this ZIP $6,6969 parcels
- Patchogue-Medford8 parcels in this ZIP $10,2258 parcels
Towns in ZIP 11961
- Brookhaven 5,771 parcels
- Islip 13 parcels
- Riverhead 12 parcels
- Smithtown 3 parcels
- Southold 3 parcels
Frequently asked questions
What is the average property tax in Ridge, NY 11961?
It depends on the school district. Within one ZIP code, bills can differ two- or threefold between districts. Use the property tax calculator for an estimate on any address.
What county is ZIP 11961 in?
ZIP 11961 is in Suffolk County.
How do I lower property taxes in this ZIP code?
Apply for every exemption you qualify for (STAR, Enhanced STAR, senior, veterans) and consider a tax grievance if comparable homes nearby are assessed lower than yours.
Tracking property tax in Ridge (11961)?
One short email when rates, exemption deadlines or grievance windows change.
Methodology and sources
- Parcels and assessment values: NY State Office of Real Property Tax Services (ORPTS) combined parcel file, roll year 2025.
- ZIP to hamlet names: USPS ZIP code areas and Long Island hamlet names.
Estimates only, not professional advice.