17253 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 17253 (Saltillo, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $925/year in property taxes on homes valued at $112,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.83%, which is 38% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 17253 is approximately $77, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Huntingdon County. This is $1,879 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 17253 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15212 (0.83%) and 19490 (0.82%).

In Saltillo, property taxes represent approximately 1.3% of the median household income of $72,574, 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.