Lawrence County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 27,159.
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $1,983, which is 25% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 3% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $136,700. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,983
-25% vs State
+3% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,700
-32% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.45%
+10% vs State
+53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,159
$180/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,768
$147/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 | $1,983 +3.1% | 1.45% |
| 2022 | $1,924 +6.8% | 1.48% |
| 2021 | $1,801 +4.5% | 1.53% |
| 2020 | $1,723 -1.5% | 1.52% |
| 2019 | $1,749 | 1.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,779
per year
Monthly Tax
$165
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Clarion County
Tax: $1,477/yr Rate: 0.97%
Blair County
Tax: $1,711/yr Rate: 1.09%
Indiana County
Tax: $2,271/yr Rate: 1.56%
Fulton County
Tax: $2,118/yr Rate: 1.03%
Dauphin County
Tax: $3,171/yr Rate: 1.43%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,266/yr Rate: 1.14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $1,983 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $136,700.
How does Lawrence County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County are 3% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.45% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
In Lawrence County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,159 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,768. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $60,779. 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.