Burke, Franklin County, New York Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Burke, New York
Median Burke, New York effective property tax rate: 2.08%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the New York state median of 1.90%.
Median Burke, New York home value: $125,000
Median annual Burke, New York tax bill: $2,571, $171 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Franklin calculated?
Property taxes in Burke, New York are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Burke's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Burke, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Burke, Franklin County, New York Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
2.08%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,600
$2,413
How Does the Burke Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Burke property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property’s assessed value and our calculator applies Burke’s median effective tax rate of 2.08% — based on actual property records in Franklin County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property’s estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home’s market value. Our calculator applies Burke’s median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Burke: rates range from 2.08% in 12917 to 2.08% in 12917, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Burke.
About Burke Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Burke, Franklin, New York
Burke’s median effective property tax rate of 2.08% is higher than the New York state median of 1.90% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Franklin County base levy combined with local school district levies and special district levies that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Burke. Homeowners in ZIP code 12917 carry a median effective rate of 2.08%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 2.08%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Franklin County. Understanding which part of Burke you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Burke homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Assessment Review Commission before May 26, 2026.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Burke, Franklin County, New York
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Burke's effective property tax rate to other cities in New York and the median property tax rates in New York and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Burke Tax Rate
2.08%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Franklin County Tax Rate
1.90%
Median Effective New York Tax Rate
1.90%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Burke, Franklin County, New York
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12917 | 1.27% | 1.64% | 2.08% | 2.34% | 3.45% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Burke, Franklin County, New York
When examining property taxes in Burke, New York, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Franklin County assessment office estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Franklin County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of May.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Burke.
For example, the median home price in Burke is $125,000, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 12917 has the highest median home price at $125,000.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Burke, Franklin County, New York
Source: Ownwell
$50,985
$188,993
$327,000
Median Burke Market Value
$125,000
Median Franklin County Market Value
$128,525
Median New York Market Value
$312,500
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Burke, Franklin County, New York
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12917 | $42,142 | $80,000 | $125,000 | $185,000 | $251,520 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Burke, Franklin County, New York
Property tax bills in Burke are calculated by applying the local tax rate to the assessed value of a home, which is based on the property’s market value and any exemptions or adjustments that may apply. For homeowners, this means the bill is tied directly to how the property is valued rather than just the purchase price.
With a median home price of $125,000, property taxes can still vary widely depending on the assessment and the taxing jurisdictions involved. In Franklin County, the median tax bill is $2,571, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Bills in the area also range from $1,621 at the 25th percentile to $5,086 at the 90th percentile, showing how much assessments can affect what homeowners owe.
Because the tax bill depends on assessed value, homeowners with similar homes may still pay different amounts if their properties are valued differently.
Median Burke Tax Bill
$2,571
Median Franklin County Tax Bill
$2,503
Median New York Tax Bill
$5,420
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Burke, Franklin County, New York
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12917 | $793 | $1,621 | $2,571 | $3,862 | $5,086 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to file a grievance!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 26 |
Links | |
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| Franklin Assessment Review Commission | |
| Website | maps.dancgis.org |