Jefferson County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 13,503.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $1,411, which is 47% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $126,700. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,411
-47% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$126,700
-37% vs State
-40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.11%
-16% vs State
+17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,538
$128/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,320
$110/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 | $1,411 -1.2% | 1.11% |
| 2022 | $1,428 +4.8% | 1.18% |
| 2021 | $1,363 -1.4% | 1.25% |
| 2020 | $1,382 -1.4% | 1.27% |
| 2019 | $1,401 | 1.35% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,898
per year
Monthly Tax
$118
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Tioga County
Tax: $2,093/yr Rate: 1.19%
Northumberland County
Tax: $1,778/yr Rate: 1.17%
Lancaster County
Tax: $3,941/yr Rate: 1.41%
Potter County
Tax: $1,868/yr Rate: 1.28%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,266/yr Rate: 1.14%
Fulton County
Tax: $2,118/yr Rate: 1.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $1,411 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $126,700.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 27% below 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 Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,538 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,320. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $56,898. 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.