17739 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 17739 (Jersey Mills, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $2,167/year in property taxes on homes valued at $231,300. 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 17739 is approximately $181, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lycoming County. This is $637 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 17739 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15693 (0.94%) and 16822 (0.94%).

In Jersey Mills, property taxes represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $48,750, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania uses fair market value assessment with no statewide cap; Lycoming County performs reassessments on its established cycle, and your property will be assessed at current market value. Seniors (age 65+), widows/widowers, and disabled persons earning ≤$35,000 can claim the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, receiving rebates up to $975 annually — submit your application to the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue by June 30. File for your school district's Homestead Exclusion with the Lycoming County Assessor within 30 days of purchase; the exclusion amount is specific to your school district and reduces school operating tax bills.