17088 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 17088 (Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $3,132/year in property taxes on homes valued at $209,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.49%, which is 11% above the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 17088 is approximately $261, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lebanon County. This is $328 more than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 17088 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 17365 (1.49%) and 19344 (1.49%).

In Schaefferstown, property taxes represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $110,260, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania has no statewide property tax cap; Lebanon County Assessor conducts local assessments, and reassessment can occur at any time, potentially raising your property tax. 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 applicants receive annual rebates of $250–$1,000+. Contact the Lebanon County Assessor immediately after purchase to confirm your assessed value and apply for school district homestead exclusions that reduce your taxable base by $10,000–$15,000.