Mercer County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 33,450.
The median annual property tax in Mercer County is $1,943, which is 27% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 1% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $153,600. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,943
-27% vs State
+1% vs US
Median Home Value
$153,600
-23% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
-5% vs State
+33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,065
$172/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,813
$151/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 | $1,943 +3.0% | 1.26% |
| 2022 | $1,887 +6.9% | 1.29% |
| 2021 | $1,766 +4.5% | 1.36% |
| 2020 | $1,690 +1.3% | 1.37% |
| 2019 | $1,669 | 1.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,614
per year
Monthly Tax
$162
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Montour County
Tax: $2,475/yr Rate: 1.03%
McKean County
Tax: $1,615/yr Rate: 1.64%
Indiana County
Tax: $2,271/yr Rate: 1.56%
Bedford County
Tax: $1,403/yr Rate: 0.81%
Mifflin County
Tax: $2,227/yr Rate: 1.56%
Wyoming County
Tax: $2,763/yr Rate: 1.34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mercer County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mercer County is $1,943 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $153,600.
How does Mercer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mercer County are 1% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.26% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mercer County? ▼
In Mercer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,065 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,813. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mercer County? ▼
Property taxes in Mercer County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $60,614. 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.