17215 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 17215 (Burnt Cabins, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $2,120/year in property taxes on homes valued at $193,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.10%, which is 18% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 17215 is approximately $177, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Huntingdon County. This is $684 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 17215 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15775 (1.10%) and 18087 (1.10%).

In Burnt Cabins, property taxes represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $66,364, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania has no statewide property tax cap; Huntingdon County Assessor conducts assessments, and reassessment can occur at any time, potentially increasing your tax obligation. Seniors (65+), widows/widowers, and disabled persons earning ≤$35,000 should file for Pennsylvania's Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program via the Department of Revenue — eligible residents recover $250–$1,000+ annually. Contact the Huntingdon County Assessor immediately after purchase to verify your base assessment and request school district homestead exclusions that reduce taxable value.