16861 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 16861 (New Millport, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $1,358/year in property taxes on homes valued at $242,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.56%, which is 58% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 16861 is approximately $113, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Clearfield County. This is $1,446 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 16861 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 17779 (0.55%) and 15087 (0.54%).

In New Millport, property taxes represent approximately 6.2% of the median household income of $21,985, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Clearfield County assessments are uncapped and can rise annually — file a Homestead Exclusion with your school district assessor to remove a district-set amount (typically $15,000–$50,000) from your school taxable value. Seniors, disabled owners, and widows earning ≤$35,000 qualify for Pennsylvania's Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program; apply to the PA Department of Revenue by June 30 annually for additional relief. Contact your school district assessor within 30 days of closing to file your Homestead Exclusion and confirm your district's specific exemption amount and deadline.