Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 43,821.
The median annual property tax in Schuylkill County is $2,147, which is 19% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 12% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $140,400. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,147
-19% vs State
+12% vs US
Median Home Value
$140,400
-30% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.53%
+16% vs State
+61% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,475
$206/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,852
$154/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 | $2,147 +3.7% | 1.53% |
| 2022 | $2,070 +9.8% | 1.62% |
| 2021 | $1,885 +6.9% | 1.67% |
| 2020 | $1,764 +4.4% | 1.66% |
| 2019 | $1,690 | 1.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,901
per year
Monthly Tax
$179
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Washington County
Tax: $2,445/yr Rate: 1.11%
Westmoreland County
Tax: $2,473/yr Rate: 1.28%
Wayne County
Tax: $2,882/yr Rate: 1.26%
Philadelphia County
Tax: $1,952/yr Rate: 0.84%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,411/yr Rate: 1.11%
McKean County
Tax: $1,615/yr Rate: 1.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Schuylkill County is $2,147 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.53% on a median home value of $140,400.
How does Schuylkill County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Schuylkill County are 12% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.53% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Schuylkill County? ▼
In Schuylkill County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,475 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,852. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Schuylkill County? ▼
Property taxes in Schuylkill County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $66,901. 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.