Pennsylvania Property Tax Rates by County (2026)
Compare effective property tax rates across 67 Pennsylvania counties. Homeowners who believe their property is over-assessed can appeal their assessment. The deadline to appeal is Varies by county.
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
Higher than the national median of 1.02%
Median Home Value
$193,100
Median Annual Tax Bill
$2,373
How Are Property Taxes Calculated in Pennsylvania?
Property taxes in Pennsylvania are based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by local tax rates set by school districts, municipalities, and other taxing authorities. The median effective tax rate across Pennsylvania counties is 1.29%, which is above the national median of 1.02%.
If you believe your property's assessed value is too high, you have the right to appeal the assessment. TaxDrop handles the entire process — you only pay if we save you $500 or more.
All 67 Pennsylvania Counties
| County | Eff. Tax Rate | Median Home Value | Median Annual Tax Bill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams County → | 1.39% | $256,100 | $3,569 |
| Allegheny County → | 1.57% | $216,700 | $3,399 |
| Armstrong County → | 1.49% | $146,300 | $2,175 |
| Beaver County → | 1.44% | $185,500 | $2,672 |
| Bedford County → | 0.81% | $172,900 | $1,403 |
| Berks County → | 1.77% | $239,700 | $4,238 |
| Blair County → | 1.09% | $156,700 | $1,711 |
| Bradford County → | 1.16% | $182,300 | $2,110 |
| Bucks County → | 1.38% | $421,700 | $5,833 |
| Butler County → | 1.07% | $275,600 | $2,950 |
| Cambria County → | 1.28% | $115,900 | $1,487 |
| Cameron County → | 1.67% | $88,200 | $1,470 |
| Carbon County → | 1.50% | $193,700 | $2,914 |
| Centre County → | 1.07% | $308,100 | $3,282 |
| Chester County → | 1.34% | $461,800 | $6,191 |
| Clarion County → | 0.97% | $152,100 | $1,477 |
| Clearfield County → | 1.19% | $125,000 | $1,488 |
| Clinton County → | 1.14% | $179,100 | $2,047 |
| Columbia County → | 1.14% | $199,200 | $2,266 |
| Crawford County → | 1.46% | $143,400 | $2,099 |
| Cumberland County → | 1.21% | $261,900 | $3,180 |
| Dauphin County → | 1.43% | $222,300 | $3,171 |
| Delaware County → | 1.98% | $302,400 | $6,001 |
| Elk County → | 1.31% | $128,600 | $1,686 |
| Erie County → | 1.62% | $169,500 | $2,754 |
| Fayette County → | 1.19% | $126,900 | $1,516 |
| Forest County → | 1.04% | $111,900 | $1,162 |
| Franklin County → | 1.11% | $236,300 | $2,634 |
| Fulton County → | 1.03% | $206,000 | $2,118 |
| Greene County → | 1.29% | $146,200 | $1,893 |
| Huntingdon County → | 0.91% | $180,300 | $1,648 |
| Indiana County → | 1.56% | $145,400 | $2,271 |
| Jefferson County → | 1.11% | $126,700 | $1,411 |
| Juniata County → | 1.05% | $206,300 | $2,167 |
| Lackawanna County → | 1.53% | $189,900 | $2,910 |
| Lancaster County → | 1.41% | $279,400 | $3,941 |
| Lawrence County → | 1.45% | $136,700 | $1,983 |
| Lebanon County → | 1.40% | $227,300 | $3,180 |
| Lehigh County → | 1.66% | $276,100 | $4,591 |
| Luzerne County → | 1.53% | $163,800 | $2,506 |
| Lycoming County → | 1.35% | $195,600 | $2,647 |
| McKean County → | 1.64% | $98,700 | $1,615 |
| Mercer County → | 1.26% | $153,600 | $1,943 |
| Mifflin County → | 1.56% | $142,900 | $2,227 |
| Monroe County → | 1.84% | $241,200 | $4,435 |
| Montgomery County → | 1.41% | $409,900 | $5,776 |
| Montour County → | 1.03% | $240,300 | $2,475 |
| Northampton County → | 1.65% | $285,000 | $4,710 |
| Northumberland County → | 1.17% | $151,600 | $1,778 |
| Perry County → | 1.25% | $222,800 | $2,775 |
| Philadelphia County → | 0.84% | $232,400 | $1,952 |
| Pike County → | 1.40% | $250,900 | $3,502 |
| Potter County → | 1.28% | $146,200 | $1,868 |
| Schuylkill County → | 1.53% | $140,400 | $2,147 |
| Snyder County → | 1.17% | $205,500 | $2,402 |
| Somerset County → | 1.11% | $130,600 | $1,449 |
| Sullivan County → | 1.05% | $186,400 | $1,959 |
| Susquehanna County → | 1.15% | $206,700 | $2,373 |
| Tioga County → | 1.19% | $176,000 | $2,093 |
| Union County → | 1.20% | $222,900 | $2,667 |
| Venango County → | 1.32% | $114,500 | $1,509 |
| Warren County → | 1.39% | $121,800 | $1,694 |
| Washington County → | 1.11% | $220,600 | $2,445 |
| Wayne County → | 1.26% | $228,200 | $2,882 |
| Westmoreland County → | 1.28% | $193,100 | $2,473 |
| Wyoming County → | 1.34% | $205,600 | $2,763 |
| York County → | 1.68% | $235,000 | $3,947 |
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Key Highlights
Highest Tax Rate
1.98%
Delaware County
Lowest Tax Rate
0.81%
Bedford County
Highest Tax Bill
$6,191
Chester County
Lowest Tax Bill
$1,162
Forest County
Think your property is over-assessed?
TaxDrop helps Pennsylvania homeowners appeal their property tax assessment. You pay nothing unless we save you $500 or more.
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Filing a property tax appeal in Pennsylvania is your legal right. Here is the basic process:
- Review your annual assessment notice from your local assessor.
- File your appeal before the deadline (Varies by county).
- Gather evidence: recent comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, and any independent appraisals.
- Attend a hearing or submit your evidence for review.
- Receive a decision on your assessed value.
TaxDrop handles this entire process for you. Our experts analyze your property, build your case, and represent you. You only pay if we save you $500 or more.
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