Buffalo, New York — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Buffalo, New York?
Buffalo, New York has a total tax burden of 11.35%, ranking #2451 nationally. Property tax rate: 1.19%, state income tax: 5.143%, sales tax: 8.52%. Median household income is $46,184.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #2451 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
11.35%
Rank: 2451st nationally
Property Tax Rate
1.19%
Rank: 2678th nationally
Income Tax Rate
5.143%
New York state rate
Sales Tax Rate
8.52%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (30%)Income (45%)Sales (25%)
Median Income: $46,184
Median Home Value: $132,100
Median Property Tax: $1,568/yr
Population: 276,688