Some residents of New York have already experienced benefits, while others might receive them by the end of the year.
But when exactly will that happen?
It’s important for many families to know when these funds will arrive. New York offers a way for homeowners to get an idea of when to anticipate tax funds, specifically through the state school tax credit or STAR programs.
This year, around 3 million people are set to receive a total of $2.2 billion in tax credits from the Department of Tax and Treasury.
Here’s a quick overview of what to expect and how to find out when your STAR benefits might come:
When can we expect the STAR benefits?
If you qualify for STAR exemptions—or advance savings that are directly deducted from your tax bill—you’ll see those reflected in your bill.
If, on the other hand, you get a STAR Credit Check or enroll in the STAR Credit Direct Deposit Program, you’ll be exempt from a majority of the state taxes immediately.
To track your check or enroll in direct deposits, visit NY.GOV/STAR.
How can I figure out the delivery schedule?
The state is setting up a link where you can enter your county, town, or school district to find out when eligible homeowners in your area are expected to receive their benefits.
Click here to access the website:
When is the NY STAR Check arriving?
What will you receive?
It really depends. According to the state, eligible homeowners can expect to receive between $350 and $600. Seniors who qualify for STAR Credit may see benefits varying based on local school taxes that depend on their county.
Here’s the breakdown for this year by region:
- Long Island: $698.4 million
- Mid Hudson: $488.5 million
- Finger Lakes: $255 million
- Western New York: $178.5 million
- New York City: $158.6 million
- Capital Region: $144.5 million
- Central New York: $131.1 million
- Southern Tier: $109 million
- Mohawk Valley: $66.3 million
- North Country: $47.2 million
Are you eligible for STAR benefits?
Most likely. To qualify for the basic STAR, you need to:
- Own a primary residence in New York
- Have a household income under $500,000 for STAR Credit and under $250,000 for Enhanced STAR Credit
Seniors may also qualify for Enhanced STAR if they meet the following criteria:
- Are over 65 years old
- Own a primary residence in New York
- Have an income under $107,300 for the 2025 profits
It’s worth noting that new homeowners are mandated to receive checks rather than exemptions. To keep the current exemption, homeowners must have owned their property since 2015, as per state law.
Homeowners do have the option to switch from exemptions to checks, which could increase the value of their STAR savings annually. In contrast, the value of the STAR exemption cannot go up.
