Wayne County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 16,628.
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $2,882, which is 8% higher than the Pennsylvania state average and 50% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $228,200. Property taxes represent 4.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,882
+8% vs State
+50% vs US
Median Home Value
$228,200
+14% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
-5% vs State
+33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,966
$247/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,800
$233/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 | $2,882 +4.5% | 1.26% |
| 2022 | $2,759 +3.1% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | $2,675 +2.3% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $2,615 +2.7% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $2,546 | 1.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,182
per year
Monthly Tax
$240
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Columbia County
Tax: $2,266/yr Rate: 1.14%
Centre County
Tax: $3,282/yr Rate: 1.07%
Lehigh County
Tax: $4,591/yr Rate: 1.66%
Lebanon County
Tax: $3,180/yr Rate: 1.40%
Butler County
Tax: $2,950/yr Rate: 1.07%
Lycoming County
Tax: $2,647/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wayne County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $2,882 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $228,200.
How does Wayne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County are 50% 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 Wayne County? ▼
In Wayne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,966 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,800. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County represent approximately 4.6% of the median household income of $62,182. 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.