What is the property tax rate in Lancaster, PA?

Lancaster has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.61%. On a median home valued at $203,700, homeowners pay approximately $3,286 per year in property taxes.

How does Lancaster compare to Lancaster County?

Lancaster's effective rate of 1.61% is 22% higher than the Lancaster County average of 1.32%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,975, while Lancaster homeowners pay an estimated $3,286.

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

Based on Lancaster's effective rate of 1.61%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,830 per year, or about $403 per month.

Lancaster Property Tax Rate

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

1.61%effective rate

Lancaster is located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Homeowners in Lancaster pay a median of $3,286 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $203,700, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.61%. This is 22% higher than the Lancaster County average of 1.32%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.61%

vs 1.32% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,286

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$203,700

2024 estimate

Population📍

57,683

Lancaster, PA

How Lancaster Compares

Lancaster

1.61%

Lancaster County Average

1.32%

Pennsylvania Average

1.30%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Lancaster

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,830

$403/month · Rate: 1.61%

Lancaster 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.