15691 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 15691 (Wendel, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $5,445/year in property taxes on homes valued at $222,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 2.45%, which is 82% above the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 15691 is approximately $454, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Westmoreland County. This is $2,641 more than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 15691 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 17103 (2.46%) and 16502 (2.46%).

In Wendel, property taxes represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $162,945, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Westmoreland County property taxes lack a statewide cap and can rise annually without limit — file a Homestead Exclusion with your school district assessor to reduce taxable value by the amount your district sets (typically $15,000–$50,000). Eligible applicants earning ≤$35,000 (seniors, disabled, widows) can claim the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program by June 30 each year through the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue. Contact your school district assessor within 30 days of closing to file the Homestead Exclusion and confirm your district's exemption amount and deadline.