Erie County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 75,241.
The median annual property tax in Erie County is $2,754, which is 4% higher than the Pennsylvania state average and 43% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.62% on a median home value of $169,500. Property taxes represent 4.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,754
+4% vs State
+43% vs US
Median Home Value
$169,500
-15% vs State
-20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.62%
+23% vs State
+71% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,868
$239/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,607
$217/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 | $2,754 +0.6% | 1.62% |
| 2022 | $2,738 +4.0% | 1.71% |
| 2021 | $2,633 +3.1% | 1.83% |
| 2020 | $2,554 +1.2% | 1.84% |
| 2019 | $2,524 | 1.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,476
per year
Monthly Tax
$230
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Sullivan County
Tax: $1,959/yr Rate: 1.05%
Lehigh County
Tax: $4,591/yr Rate: 1.66%
Lycoming County
Tax: $2,647/yr Rate: 1.35%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,266/yr Rate: 1.14%
Juniata County
Tax: $2,167/yr Rate: 1.05%
Cambria County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 1.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Erie County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Erie County is $2,754 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.62% on a median home value of $169,500.
How does Erie County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Erie County are 43% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.62% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Erie County? ▼
In Erie County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,868 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,607. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Erie County? ▼
Property taxes in Erie County represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $61,476. 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.