Fulton County Property Taxes

Fulton County, Pennsylvania

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

20.3% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$177/mo escrow

#5 of 67 counties in Pennsylvania

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.03%

vs. Pennsylvania Avg20.3% below
vs. National Avg21.3% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$206,000

State avg $200,333

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,271

$189/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,948

$162/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#5

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Fulton County, Pennsylvania

Fulton offers low rates despite decent home values

Fulton County's effective tax rate of 1.028% ranks well below the national median of 1.317%, placing it in roughly the 25th percentile nationally. The median property tax of $2,118 is substantially lower than the national median of $2,690, even as typical homes approach $206,000 in value.

Fulton ranks among Pennsylvania's lowest-tax counties

At 1.028%, Fulton's effective rate is among the lowest in the state, sitting well below the Pennsylvania average of 1.317%. The median tax bill of $2,118 is roughly $539 lower than the state median, providing meaningful savings to property owners.

Fulton competes well with neighboring counties

Fulton's 1.028% rate is lower than Forest (1.038%), Fayette (1.195%), and Franklin (1.115%), making it one of the region's most tax-efficient counties. A Fulton homeowner pays roughly $200–$1,100 less annually than residents of higher-taxing counties, despite competitive home values.

Median Fulton home costs about $2,118 yearly

A typical Fulton home worth $206,000 carries an annual property tax bill of $2,118. With a mortgage, that bill rises to $2,271; without one, it drops to $1,948.

Fulton homeowners can further reduce taxes via appeals

Even in one of Pennsylvania's lowest-tax counties, assessment errors occur. Requesting an informal review or formal appeal of your property's assessed value could trim another $200–$400 from your annual bill.

How Fulton County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Fulton County$2,118
Pennsylvania State Average$2,657
National Average$1,924

Fulton County

1.03%

Effective rate

Pennsylvania Avg

1.33%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fulton County, Pennsylvania?
The effective property tax rate in Fulton County, Pennsylvania is 1.03%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Fulton County?
The median annual property tax payment in Fulton County is $2,118. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,271, while those without a mortgage pay $1,948.
How does Fulton County compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Fulton County's effective tax rate of 1.03% is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 1.33%. The median annual property tax in Fulton County is $2,118, compared to the state average of $2,657.
What is the median home value in Fulton County, Pennsylvania?
The median home value in Fulton County, Pennsylvania is $206,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Fulton County a low property tax area in Pennsylvania?
Yes — Fulton County's effective property tax rate of 1.03% is below the Pennsylvania average of 1.33%. The median annual property tax of $2,118 is also lower the state average of $2,657, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Fulton County rank for property taxes in Pennsylvania?
Fulton County ranks #5 out of 67 counties in Pennsylvania by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.03% and median annual tax of $2,118, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.