What is the property tax rate in Altoona, PA?

Altoona has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.18%. On a median home valued at $113,600, homeowners pay approximately $1,346 per year in property taxes.

How does Altoona compare to Blair County?

Altoona's effective rate of 1.18% is 10% higher than the Blair County average of 1.07%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,724, while Altoona homeowners pay an estimated $1,346.

How much are property taxes in Altoona on a $300,000 home?

Based on Altoona's effective rate of 1.18%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $3,540 per year, or about $295 per month.

Altoona Property Tax Rate

Blair County, Pennsylvania

1.18%effective rate

Altoona is located in Blair County, Pennsylvania. Homeowners in Altoona pay a median of $1,346 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $113,600, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.18%. This is 10% higher than the Blair County average of 1.07%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.18%

vs 1.07% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,346

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$113,600

2024 estimate

Population📍

43,508

Altoona, PA

How Altoona Compares

Altoona

1.18%

Blair County Average

1.07%

Pennsylvania Average

1.30%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Altoona

Property taxes in Altoona are collected by Blair County. Tax exemptions available to Blair County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Altoona. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Blair County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,540

$295/month · Rate: 1.18%

Blair County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.