What is the property tax rate in Erie, PA?

Erie has an estimated effective property tax rate of 2.31%. On a median home valued at $108,200, homeowners pay approximately $2,495 per year in property taxes.

How does Erie compare to Erie County?

Erie's effective rate of 2.31% is 44% higher than the Erie County average of 1.60%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,830, while Erie homeowners pay an estimated $2,495.

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

Based on Erie's effective rate of 2.31%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $6,930 per year, or about $578 per month.

Erie Property Tax Rate

Erie County, Pennsylvania

2.31%effective rate

Erie is located in Erie County, Pennsylvania. Homeowners in Erie pay a median of $2,495 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $108,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.31%. This is 44% higher than the Erie County average of 1.60%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.31%

vs 1.60% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,495

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$108,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

94,156

Erie, PA

How Erie Compares

Erie

2.31%

Erie County Average

1.60%

Pennsylvania Average

1.30%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Erie

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$6,930

$578/month · Rate: 2.31%

Erie County Property Taxes

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Pennsylvania 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.