Cambria County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 42,220.
The median annual property tax in Cambria County is $1,487, which is 44% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $115,900. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,487
-44% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$115,900
-42% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.28%
-3% vs State
+35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,712
$143/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,348
$112/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 | $1,487 +1.5% | 1.28% |
| 2022 | $1,465 +4.3% | 1.32% |
| 2021 | $1,405 +0.9% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $1,392 +1.3% | 1.47% |
| 2019 | $1,374 | 1.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,292
per year
Monthly Tax
$124
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Lawrence County
Tax: $1,983/yr Rate: 1.45%
Potter County
Tax: $1,868/yr Rate: 1.28%
Crawford County
Tax: $2,099/yr Rate: 1.46%
Venango County
Tax: $1,509/yr Rate: 1.32%
Lancaster County
Tax: $3,941/yr Rate: 1.41%
Beaver County
Tax: $2,672/yr Rate: 1.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cambria County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cambria County is $1,487 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $115,900.
How does Cambria County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cambria County are 23% below 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 Cambria County? ▼
In Cambria County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,712 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,348. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cambria County? ▼
Property taxes in Cambria County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $56,292. 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.