Franklin County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 46,146.
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $2,634, which is 1% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 37% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $236,300. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,634
-1% vs State
+37% vs US
Median Home Value
$236,300
+18% vs State
+12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.11%
-16% vs State
+17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,732
$228/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,445
$204/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 | $2,634 +2.1% | 1.11% |
| 2022 | $2,579 +6.5% | 1.16% |
| 2021 | $2,422 +3.9% | 1.24% |
| 2020 | $2,332 +6.1% | 1.25% |
| 2019 | $2,197 | 1.22% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,946
per year
Monthly Tax
$220
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Potter County
Tax: $1,868/yr Rate: 1.28%
Montgomery County
Tax: $5,776/yr Rate: 1.41%
Berks County
Tax: $4,238/yr Rate: 1.77%
Clinton County
Tax: $2,047/yr Rate: 1.14%
Indiana County
Tax: $2,271/yr Rate: 1.56%
Lycoming County
Tax: $2,647/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Franklin County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $2,634 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $236,300.
How does Franklin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County are 37% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.11% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
In Franklin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,732 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,445. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $74,946. 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.