Potter County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 5,421.
The median annual property tax in Potter County is $1,868, which is 30% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $146,200. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,868
-30% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$146,200
-27% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.28%
-3% vs State
+35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,971
$164/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,779
$148/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 | $1,868 +2.6% | 1.28% |
| 2022 | $1,821 +4.3% | 1.35% |
| 2021 | $1,746 +5.9% | 1.49% |
| 2020 | $1,649 +2.4% | 1.49% |
| 2019 | $1,610 | 1.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,840
per year
Monthly Tax
$156
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia County
Tax: $1,952/yr Rate: 0.84%
Forest County
Tax: $1,162/yr Rate: 1.04%
Erie County
Tax: $2,754/yr Rate: 1.62%
Greene County
Tax: $1,893/yr Rate: 1.29%
Huntingdon County
Tax: $1,648/yr Rate: 0.91%
Armstrong County
Tax: $2,175/yr Rate: 1.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Potter County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Potter County is $1,868 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $146,200.
How does Potter County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Potter County are 3% 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 Potter County? ▼
In Potter County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,971 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,779. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Potter County? ▼
Property taxes in Potter County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $59,840. 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.