17566 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 17566 (Quarryville, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $2,974/year in property taxes on homes valued at $284,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.05%, which is 22% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 17566 is approximately $248, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lancaster County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 17566 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15722 (1.05%) and 18828 (1.05%).

In Quarryville, property taxes represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $73,545, 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.