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Mercer County

Mercer County, Pennsylvania

Effective Tax Rate

1.26%

Median Annual Tax

$1,943

How Mercer County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Mercer County$1,943
Pennsylvania State Average$2,657
National Average$1,924

Mercer County

1.26%

Effective rate

Pennsylvania Avg

1.33%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,065

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,813

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,943

Monthly Escrow

$162

Effective Rate

1.26%

vs. Pennsylvania State Average▼ 26.9% below
vs. National Average▼ 27.8% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Mercer County, Pennsylvania?
The effective property tax rate in Mercer County, Pennsylvania is 1.26%. 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 Mercer County?
The median annual property tax payment in Mercer County is $1,943. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,065, while those without a mortgage pay $1,813.
How does Mercer County compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Mercer County's effective tax rate of 1.26% is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 1.33%. The median annual property tax in Mercer County is $1,943, compared to the state average of $2,657.
What is the median home value in Mercer County, Pennsylvania?
The median home value in Mercer County, Pennsylvania is $153,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Pennsylvania?
Property taxes in Pennsylvania are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Wayne County(PA)

Rate1.26%
Median Tax$2,882

Potter County(PA)

Rate1.28%
Median Tax$1,868

Westmoreland County(PA)

Rate1.28%
Median Tax$2,473

Cambria County(PA)

Rate1.28%
Median Tax$1,487
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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.

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