What is the property tax rate in Harrisburg, PA?

Harrisburg has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.03%. On a median home valued at $121,000, homeowners pay approximately $2,456 per year in property taxes.

How does Harrisburg compare to Dauphin County?

Harrisburg's effective rate of 2.03% is 50% higher than the Dauphin County average of 1.35%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,198, while Harrisburg homeowners pay an estimated $2,456.

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

Based on Harrisburg's effective rate of 2.03%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $6,090 per year, or about $508 per month.

Harrisburg Property Tax Rate

Dauphin County, Pennsylvania

2.03%effective rate

Harrisburg is located in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Homeowners in Harrisburg pay a median of $2,456 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $121,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.03%. This is 50% higher than the Dauphin County average of 1.35%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.03%

vs 1.35% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,456

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$121,000

2024 estimate

Population📍

50,092

Harrisburg, PA

How Harrisburg Compares

Harrisburg

2.03%

Dauphin County Average

1.35%

Pennsylvania Average

1.30%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Harrisburg

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$6,090

$507/month · Rate: 2.03%

Dauphin 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.