What is the property tax rate in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania?

Mifflin County has an effective property tax rate of 1.45%. On a home valued at $156,700, homeowners pay approximately $2,266 per year in property taxes.

How much is the average property tax in Mifflin County?

The median annual property tax payment in Mifflin County is $2,266. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,310, while those without a mortgage pay $2,224.

How does Mifflin County compare to other counties in Pennsylvania?

Mifflin County ranks #15 out of 67 counties in Pennsylvania for property tax rates. The county's effective rate of 1.45% is 12% higher than the Pennsylvania average of 1.30%.

Mifflin County Property Tax Rate

Pennsylvania

1.45%effective rate

Mifflin County, Pennsylvania has an effective property tax rate of 1.45%, which is 58% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $156,700, homeowners pay approximately $2,266 per year in property taxes. Mifflin County ranks #15 out of 67 counties in Pennsylvania for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,266

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$156,700

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

3.54%

Median income: $63,953

State Rank📍

#15

of 67 counties in PA

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$2,310

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$2,224

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Mifflin County pay on average $86 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Mifflin County Compares

Mifflin County

1.45%

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 Mifflin County homeowners

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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

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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

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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 Mifflin County

Home Value

$50k$2M

Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 school tax reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,350

$363/month · Rate: 1.45%

Quick Facts

Population46,041

Owner-Occupied61.3%

National Rank#413 of 3,135

Median Income$63,953

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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.