Somerset County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 23,335.
The median annual property tax in Somerset County is $1,449, which is 45% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $130,600. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,449
-45% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$130,600
-35% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.11%
-16% vs State
+17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,606
$134/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,341
$112/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 | $1,449 +1.5% | 1.11% |
| 2022 | $1,428 +3.8% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $1,376 +1.9% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $1,350 +4.2% | 1.19% |
| 2019 | $1,296 | 1.21% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,378
per year
Monthly Tax
$121
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Clinton County
Tax: $2,047/yr Rate: 1.14%
Union County
Tax: $2,667/yr Rate: 1.20%
Dauphin County
Tax: $3,171/yr Rate: 1.43%
Adams County
Tax: $3,569/yr Rate: 1.39%
Lehigh County
Tax: $4,591/yr Rate: 1.66%
Clearfield County
Tax: $1,488/yr Rate: 1.19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Somerset County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Somerset County is $1,449 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $130,600.
How does Somerset County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Somerset County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.11% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Somerset County? ▼
In Somerset County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,606 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,341. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Somerset County? ▼
Property taxes in Somerset County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $59,378. 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.