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Northumberland County

Northumberland County, Pennsylvania

Effective Tax Rate

1.17%

Median Annual Tax

$1,778

How Northumberland County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Northumberland County$1,778
Pennsylvania State Average$2,657
National Average$1,924

Northumberland County

1.17%

Effective rate

Pennsylvania Avg

1.33%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,900

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,663

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,778

Monthly Escrow

$148

Effective Rate

1.17%

vs. Pennsylvania State Average▼ 33.1% below
vs. National Average▼ 33.9% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania?
The effective property tax rate in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania is 1.17%. 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 Northumberland County?
The median annual property tax payment in Northumberland County is $1,778. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,900, while those without a mortgage pay $1,663.
How does Northumberland County compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Northumberland County's effective tax rate of 1.17% is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 1.33%. The median annual property tax in Northumberland County is $1,778, compared to the state average of $2,657.
What is the median home value in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania?
The median home value in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania is $151,600, 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

Snyder County(PA)

Rate1.17%
Median Tax$2,402

Bradford County(PA)

Rate1.16%
Median Tax$2,110

Tioga County(PA)

Rate1.19%
Median Tax$2,093

Clearfield County(PA)

Rate1.19%
Median Tax$1,488
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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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