15857 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 15857 (Saint Marys, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $1,940/year in property taxes on homes valued at $144,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.34%, which is near the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 15857 is approximately $162, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Elk County. This is $864 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 15857 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 18471 (1.34%) and 15924 (1.34%).

In Saint Marys, property taxes represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $64,894, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania has no statewide property tax cap; the Elk County Assessor conducts assessments locally, and your property value may increase significantly at sale or after county reassessment cycles. If you are a senior or disabled homeowner earning ≤$35,000, apply for Pennsylvania's Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program through the Department of Revenue — eligible residents receive rebates of $250–$1,000+ annually. Contact the Elk County Assessor's office immediately after purchase to verify your assessment and confirm eligibility for any applicable exemptions.