Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 147,259.
The median annual property tax in Lancaster County is $3,941, which is 48% higher than the Pennsylvania state average and 105% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.41% on a median home value of $279,400. Property taxes represent 4.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,941
+48% vs State
+105% vs US
Median Home Value
$279,400
+39% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.41%
+7% vs State
+48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,973
$331/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,881
$323/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 | $3,941 +0.7% | 1.41% |
| 2022 | $3,913 +6.4% | 1.48% |
| 2021 | $3,677 +3.1% | 1.60% |
| 2020 | $3,565 +2.0% | 1.63% |
| 2019 | $3,495 | 1.67% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$83,703
per year
Monthly Tax
$328
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Sullivan County
Tax: $1,959/yr Rate: 1.05%
Forest County
Tax: $1,162/yr Rate: 1.04%
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,983/yr Rate: 1.45%
Greene County
Tax: $1,893/yr Rate: 1.29%
Dauphin County
Tax: $3,171/yr Rate: 1.43%
Adams County
Tax: $3,569/yr Rate: 1.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lancaster County is $3,941 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.41% on a median home value of $279,400.
How does Lancaster County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lancaster County are 105% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lancaster County? ▼
In Lancaster County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,973 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,881. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lancaster County? ▼
Property taxes in Lancaster County represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $83,703. 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.