15747 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 15747 (Home, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $2,394/year in property taxes on homes valued at $191,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.25%, which is 7% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 15747 is approximately $200, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Indiana County. This is $410 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 15747 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15925 (1.25%) and 17011 (1.25%).

In Home, property taxes represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $54,130, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Indiana County property taxes are uncapped and can rise annually — file a Homestead Exclusion with your school district assessor to reduce taxable value by the district-set amount (typically $15,000–$50,000) from school taxes. Seniors, disabled persons, and widows earning ≤$35,000 can claim the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program through the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue by June 30 annually. Contact your school district assessor within 30 days of purchase to file the Homestead Exclusion and verify your district's specific exemption amount and deadline.