Mifflin County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 13,221.
The median annual property tax in Mifflin County is $2,227, which is 16% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 16% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $142,900. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,227
-16% vs State
+16% vs US
Median Home Value
$142,900
-29% vs State
-32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.56%
+18% vs State
+64% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,210
$184/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,246
$187/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 | $2,227 +5.0% | 1.56% |
| 2022 | $2,120 +7.5% | 1.61% |
| 2021 | $1,972 +5.4% | 1.65% |
| 2020 | $1,871 -2.0% | 1.62% |
| 2019 | $1,909 | 1.62% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,415
per year
Monthly Tax
$186
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Perry County
Tax: $2,775/yr Rate: 1.25%
Beaver County
Tax: $2,672/yr Rate: 1.44%
Lancaster County
Tax: $3,941/yr Rate: 1.41%
Lycoming County
Tax: $2,647/yr Rate: 1.35%
Potter County
Tax: $1,868/yr Rate: 1.28%
Blair County
Tax: $1,711/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mifflin County is $2,227 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.56% on a median home value of $142,900.
How does Mifflin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mifflin County are 16% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mifflin County? ▼
In Mifflin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,210 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,246. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mifflin County? ▼
Property taxes in Mifflin County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $61,415. 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.