Cumberland County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 75,073.
The median annual property tax in Cumberland County is $3,180, which is 20% higher than the Pennsylvania state average and 65% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $261,900. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,180
+20% vs State
+65% vs US
Median Home Value
$261,900
+31% vs State
+24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.21%
-8% vs State
+27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,257
$271/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,027
$252/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,180 +3.8% | 1.21% |
| 2022 | $3,065 +5.7% | 1.24% |
| 2021 | $2,900 +3.3% | 1.33% |
| 2020 | $2,807 +3.8% | 1.34% |
| 2019 | $2,703 | 1.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$85,634
per year
Monthly Tax
$265
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Huntingdon County
Tax: $1,648/yr Rate: 0.91%
Somerset County
Tax: $1,449/yr Rate: 1.11%
Berks County
Tax: $4,238/yr Rate: 1.77%
Mifflin County
Tax: $2,227/yr Rate: 1.56%
Clarion County
Tax: $1,477/yr Rate: 0.97%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,411/yr Rate: 1.11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cumberland County is $3,180 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $261,900.
How does Cumberland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cumberland County are 65% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.21% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cumberland County? ▼
In Cumberland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,257 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,027. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cumberland County? ▼
Property taxes in Cumberland County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $85,634. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.