Lawrence County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 27,159.
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $1,983, which is 25% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 3% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $136,700. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,983
-25% vs State
+3% vs US
Median Home Value
$136,700
-32% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.45%
+10% vs State
+53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,159
$180/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,768
$147/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 | $1,983 +3.1% | 1.45% |
| 2022 | $1,924 +6.8% | 1.48% |
| 2021 | $1,801 +4.5% | 1.53% |
| 2020 | $1,723 -1.5% | 1.52% |
| 2019 | $1,749 | 1.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,779
per year
Monthly Tax
$165
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Carbon County
Tax: $2,914/yr Rate: 1.50%
Bucks County
Tax: $5,833/yr Rate: 1.38%
Adams County
Tax: $3,569/yr Rate: 1.39%
Westmoreland County
Tax: $2,473/yr Rate: 1.28%
Luzerne County
Tax: $2,506/yr Rate: 1.53%
Elk County
Tax: $1,686/yr Rate: 1.31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lawrence County is $1,983 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $136,700.
How does Lawrence County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County are 3% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.45% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
In Lawrence County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,159 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,768. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lawrence County? ▼
Property taxes in Lawrence County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $60,779. 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.