15733 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 15733 (De Lancey, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $2,432/year in property taxes on homes valued at $221,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.10%, which is 18% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 15733 is approximately $203, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Jefferson County. This is $372 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 15733 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15775 (1.10%) and 16436 (1.10%).

Jefferson County assessments are uncapped and can increase annually without state limit — file a Homestead Exclusion with your school district assessor to exclude a district-determined amount (typically $15,000–$50,000) from school taxes. Seniors, disabled owners, and widows earning ≤$35,000 qualify for Pennsylvania's Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program; submit applications to the PA Department of Revenue by June 30 each year. Contact your school district assessor within 30 days of closing to file your Homestead Exclusion and confirm your district's exemption amount and deadline.