Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 239,246.
The median annual property tax in Montgomery County is $5,776, which is 117% higher than the Pennsylvania state average and 200% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.41% on a median home value of $409,900. Property taxes represent 5.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,776
+117% vs State
+200% vs US
Median Home Value
$409,900
+105% vs State
+94% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.41%
+7% vs State
+48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,894
$491/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,514
$460/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 | $5,776 +2.2% | 1.41% |
| 2022 | $5,651 +7.3% | 1.48% |
| 2021 | $5,266 +3.9% | 1.55% |
| 2020 | $5,066 +2.9% | 1.55% |
| 2019 | $4,924 | 1.56% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$111,521
per year
Monthly Tax
$481
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Elk County
Tax: $1,686/yr Rate: 1.31%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,411/yr Rate: 1.11%
McKean County
Tax: $1,615/yr Rate: 1.64%
Clinton County
Tax: $2,047/yr Rate: 1.14%
Blair County
Tax: $1,711/yr Rate: 1.09%
Erie County
Tax: $2,754/yr Rate: 1.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Montgomery County is $5,776 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.41% on a median home value of $409,900.
How does Montgomery County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Montgomery County are 200% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Montgomery County? ▼
In Montgomery County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,894 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,514. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Montgomery County? ▼
Property taxes in Montgomery County represent approximately 5.2% of the median household income of $111,521. 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.