Jefferson County Property Tax Rate

Pennsylvania

1.00%effective rate

Jefferson County, Pennsylvania has an effective property tax rate of 1.00%, which is 9% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $139,700, homeowners pay approximately $1,402 per year in property taxes. Jefferson County ranks #60 out of 67 counties in Pennsylvania for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$1,402

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$139,700

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

2.39%

Median income: $58,686

State Rank📍

#60

of 67 counties in PA

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$1,501

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$1,324

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Jefferson County pay on average $177 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Jefferson County Compares

Jefferson County
1.00%
Pennsylvania Average
1.30%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Pennsylvania

Delaware
1.84%
Monroe
1.66%
Berks
1.65%
York
1.61%
Erie
1.60%
Cameron
1.59%
McKean
1.59%
Lehigh
1.55%

Pennsylvania Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Jefferson County homeowners

Homestead Exclusion

Varies by school district (no statewide fixed amount); median exclusion around $8,000-$15,000 where offered

Primary residence owners in school districts that have adopted the exclusion

Property Tax/Rent Rebate (Over 65/Disabled)

Up to $1,000 rebate (supplemental rebates may increase this to $1,500)

Homeowners age 65+, widows/widowers age 50+, or disabled age 18+; income limit of $45,000 for homeowners

Disabled Veteran

100% exemption from property taxes on primary residence

Veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability; surviving spouse may retain

Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property tax in Jefferson County

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,000

$250/month · Rate: 1.00%

Quick Facts

Population43,864
Owner-Occupied62.2%
National Rank#1127 of 3,135
Median Income$58,686

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.