Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 57,698.
The median annual property tax in Lackawanna County is $2,910, which is 10% higher than the Pennsylvania state average and 51% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $189,900. Property taxes represent 4.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,910
+10% vs State
+51% vs US
Median Home Value
$189,900
-5% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.53%
+16% vs State
+61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,047
$254/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,765
$230/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 | $2,910 +1.4% | 1.53% |
| 2022 | $2,871 +4.3% | 1.63% |
| 2021 | $2,753 +3.3% | 1.71% |
| 2020 | $2,666 +2.0% | 1.72% |
| 2019 | $2,613 | 1.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,691
per year
Monthly Tax
$243
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Crawford County
Tax: $2,099/yr Rate: 1.46%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,983/yr Rate: 1.45%
Monroe County
Tax: $4,435/yr Rate: 1.84%
Fayette County
Tax: $1,516/yr Rate: 1.19%
Butler County
Tax: $2,950/yr Rate: 1.07%
York County
Tax: $3,947/yr Rate: 1.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lackawanna County is $2,910 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $189,900.
How does Lackawanna County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lackawanna County are 51% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lackawanna County? ▼
In Lackawanna County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,047 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,765. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lackawanna County? ▼
Property taxes in Lackawanna County represent approximately 4.5% of the median household income of $64,691. 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.