Sullivan County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 2,111.
The median annual property tax in Sullivan County is $1,959, which is 26% lower than the Pennsylvania state average and 2% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $186,400. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,959
-26% vs State
+2% vs US
Median Home Value
$186,400
-7% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.05%
-20% vs State
+11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,090
$174/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,845
$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 | $1,959 +6.2% | 1.05% |
| 2022 | $1,845 +11.6% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $1,653 +6.9% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $1,547 +7.6% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $1,438 | 0.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,758
per year
Monthly Tax
$163
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Blair County
Tax: $1,711/yr Rate: 1.09%
Erie County
Tax: $2,754/yr Rate: 1.62%
Centre County
Tax: $3,282/yr Rate: 1.07%
Pike County
Tax: $3,502/yr Rate: 1.40%
Tioga County
Tax: $2,093/yr Rate: 1.19%
Allegheny County
Tax: $3,399/yr Rate: 1.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sullivan County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sullivan County is $1,959 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $186,400.
How does Sullivan County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sullivan County are 2% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.05% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sullivan County? ▼
In Sullivan County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,090 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,845. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sullivan County? ▼
Property taxes in Sullivan County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $64,758. 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.