15860 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 15860 (Sigel, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $1,272/year in property taxes on homes valued at $147,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.86%, which is 36% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 15860 is approximately $106, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Jefferson County. This is $1,532 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 15860 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 16669 (0.86%) and 16835 (0.86%).

In Sigel, property taxes represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $67,000, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

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.