Indiana County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 22,964.
The median annual property tax in Indiana County is $2,271, which is 15% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 18% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $145,400. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,271
-15% vs State
+18% vs US
Median Home Value
$145,400
-27% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.56%
+18% vs State
+64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,304
$192/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,239
$187/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 | $2,271 -1.1% | 1.56% |
| 2022 | $2,297 +3.4% | 1.63% |
| 2021 | $2,221 +0.3% | 1.79% |
| 2020 | $2,214 +2.4% | 1.78% |
| 2019 | $2,163 | 1.79% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,739
per year
Monthly Tax
$189
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Lehigh County
Tax: $4,591/yr Rate: 1.66%
Juniata County
Tax: $2,167/yr Rate: 1.05%
Lancaster County
Tax: $3,941/yr Rate: 1.41%
Somerset County
Tax: $1,449/yr Rate: 1.11%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,983/yr Rate: 1.45%
Elk County
Tax: $1,686/yr Rate: 1.31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Indiana County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Indiana County is $2,271 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $145,400.
How does Indiana County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Indiana County are 18% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Indiana County? ▼
In Indiana County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,304 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,239. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Indiana County? ▼
Property taxes in Indiana County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $58,739. 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.