17560 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 17560 (New Providence, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $2,169/year in property taxes on homes valued at $231,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.94%, which is 30% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 17560 is approximately $181, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lancaster County. This is $635 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 17560 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15622 (0.94%) and 17739 (0.94%).

In New Providence, property taxes represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $63,963, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania properties are assessed at fair market value with no statewide cap; Lancaster County reassesses according to its schedule, and your newly purchased property will be valued at current market conditions. The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program offers rebates up to $975 annually for seniors (65+), widows/widowers, and disabled persons with income ≤$35,000 — submit your application to the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue by June 30 each year. File your school district's Homestead Exclusion with the Lancaster County Assessor within 30 days of closing; the exclusion amount is set by your individual school district and reduces school operating tax liability.