16148 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 16148 (Hermitage, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $2,317/year in property taxes on homes valued at $186,000. 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 16148 is approximately $193, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Mercer County. This is $487 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 16148 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15724 (1.25%) and 17881 (1.24%).

In Hermitage, property taxes represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $72,680, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania has no statewide property tax cap; Mercer County Assessor conducts local assessments, and reassessment can raise your tax bill substantially at any time. Seniors (65+), widows/widowers, and disabled persons earning ≤$35,000 should apply for Pennsylvania's Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program through the Department of Revenue — eligible residents receive annual rebates of $250–$1,000+. Within 30 days of purchase, file with the Mercer County Assessor to confirm your assessed value and apply for homestead exclusions available through your school district.