Delaware County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 150,888.
The median annual property tax in Delaware County is $6,001, which is 126% higher than the Pennsylvania state average and 212% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $302,400. Property taxes represent 6.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,001
+126% vs State
+212% vs US
Median Home Value
$302,400
+51% vs State
+43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.98%
+50% vs State
+108% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,210
$518/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,575
$465/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 | $6,001 +0.9% | 1.98% |
| 2022 | $5,947 +7.0% | 2.05% |
| 2021 | $5,556 +4.4% | 2.16% |
| 2020 | $5,323 +1.3% | 2.15% |
| 2019 | $5,253 | 2.15% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$88,576
per year
Monthly Tax
$500
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,411/yr Rate: 1.11%
Elk County
Tax: $1,686/yr Rate: 1.31%
Allegheny County
Tax: $3,399/yr Rate: 1.57%
McKean County
Tax: $1,615/yr Rate: 1.64%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,516/yr Rate: 1.19%
Sullivan County
Tax: $1,959/yr Rate: 1.05%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Delaware County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Delaware County is $6,001 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $302,400.
How does Delaware County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Delaware County are 212% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Delaware County? ▼
In Delaware County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,210 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,575. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Delaware County? ▼
Property taxes in Delaware County represent approximately 6.8% of the median household income of $88,576. 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.