Northumberland County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 28,129.
The median annual property tax in Northumberland County is $1,778, which is 33% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 8% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.17% on a median home value of $151,600. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,778
-33% vs State
-8% vs US
Median Home Value
$151,600
-24% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.17%
-11% vs State
+23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,900
$158/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,663
$139/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 | $1,778 +3.2% | 1.17% |
| 2022 | $1,723 +7.6% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,601 +7.1% | 1.30% |
| 2020 | $1,495 +0.7% | 1.25% |
| 2019 | $1,485 | 1.26% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,948
per year
Monthly Tax
$148
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Montour County
Tax: $2,475/yr Rate: 1.03%
Susquehanna County
Tax: $2,373/yr Rate: 1.15%
Huntingdon County
Tax: $1,648/yr Rate: 0.91%
Clearfield County
Tax: $1,488/yr Rate: 1.19%
Centre County
Tax: $3,282/yr Rate: 1.07%
Cameron County
Tax: $1,470/yr Rate: 1.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Northumberland County is $1,778 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.17% on a median home value of $151,600.
How does Northumberland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Northumberland County are 8% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.17% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Northumberland County? ▼
In Northumberland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,900 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,663. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Northumberland County? ▼
Property taxes in Northumberland County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $57,948. 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.