16153 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 16153 (Stoneboro, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $1,332/year in property taxes on homes valued at $149,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.89%, which is 33% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 16153 is approximately $111, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Mercer County. This is $1,472 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 16153 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 19136 (0.89%) and 15537 (0.89%).

In Stoneboro, property taxes represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $64,625, 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.