16950 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 16950 (Westfield, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $1,563/year in property taxes on homes valued at $121,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.29%, which is 4% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 16950 is approximately $130, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Tioga County. This is $1,241 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 16950 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 18848 (1.29%) and 16123 (1.29%).

In Westfield, property taxes represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $52,440, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania has no statewide property tax cap; Tioga County Assessor sets assessments locally, and reassessment may occur at any time, increasing your property tax burden. Seniors (65+), widows/widowers, and disabled homeowners earning ≤$35,000 should apply for Pennsylvania's Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program via the Department of Revenue — eligible applicants receive annual rebates of $250–$1,000+. Contact the Tioga County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to confirm your base assessment and apply for school district homestead exclusions that reduce taxable value.