Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 120,811.
The median annual property tax in Westmoreland County is $2,473, which is 7% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 29% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $193,100. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,473
-7% vs State
+29% vs US
Median Home Value
$193,100
-4% vs State
-9% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.28%
-3% vs State
+35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,646
$221/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,260
$188/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 | $2,473 +0.8% | 1.28% |
| 2022 | $2,454 +5.3% | 1.35% |
| 2021 | $2,331 +2.0% | 1.44% |
| 2020 | $2,286 +0.5% | 1.45% |
| 2019 | $2,275 | 1.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,468
per year
Monthly Tax
$206
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Snyder County
Tax: $2,402/yr Rate: 1.17%
Columbia County
Tax: $2,266/yr Rate: 1.14%
Fulton County
Tax: $2,118/yr Rate: 1.03%
Berks County
Tax: $4,238/yr Rate: 1.77%
Butler County
Tax: $2,950/yr Rate: 1.07%
Delaware County
Tax: $6,001/yr Rate: 1.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Westmoreland County is $2,473 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $193,100.
How does Westmoreland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Westmoreland County are 29% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.28% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Westmoreland County? ▼
In Westmoreland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,646 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,260. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Westmoreland County? ▼
Property taxes in Westmoreland County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $72,468. 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.