Dauphin County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 75,838.
The median annual property tax in Dauphin County is $3,171, which is 19% higher than the Pennsylvania state average and 65% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $222,300. Property taxes represent 4.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,171
+19% vs State
+65% vs US
Median Home Value
$222,300
+11% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.43%
+8% vs State
+51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,282
$274/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,974
$248/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 | $3,171 +1.8% | 1.43% |
| 2022 | $3,114 +5.3% | 1.50% |
| 2021 | $2,958 +1.9% | 1.63% |
| 2020 | $2,902 +3.1% | 1.65% |
| 2019 | $2,814 | 1.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,159
per year
Monthly Tax
$264
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Lehigh County
Tax: $4,591/yr Rate: 1.66%
Adams County
Tax: $3,569/yr Rate: 1.39%
Susquehanna County
Tax: $2,373/yr Rate: 1.15%
Luzerne County
Tax: $2,506/yr Rate: 1.53%
Allegheny County
Tax: $3,399/yr Rate: 1.57%
Warren County
Tax: $1,694/yr Rate: 1.39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dauphin County is $3,171 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $222,300.
How does Dauphin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dauphin County are 65% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dauphin County? ▼
In Dauphin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,282 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,974. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dauphin County? ▼
Property taxes in Dauphin County represent approximately 4.3% of the median household income of $74,159. 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.