Watertown, New York — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Watertown, New York?
Watertown, New York has a total tax burden of 13.30%, ranking #1331 nationally. Property tax rate: 1.76%, state income tax: 5.168%, sales tax: 8.52%. Median household income is $49,722.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #1331 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
13.30%
Rank: 1331st nationally
Property Tax Rate
1.76%
Rank: 1320th nationally
Income Tax Rate
5.168%
New York state rate
Sales Tax Rate
8.52%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (40%)Income (39%)Sales (21%)
Median Income: $49,722
Median Home Value: $150,000
Median Property Tax: $2,644/yr
Population: 24,859