17777 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 17777 (Watsontown, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $2,312/year in property taxes on homes valued at $195,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.18%, which is 12% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 17777 is approximately $193, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Northumberland County. This is $492 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 17777 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 18355 (1.18%) and 16041 (1.18%).

In Watsontown, property taxes represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $59,125, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania properties are assessed at fair market value with no statewide cap; Northumberland County performs standard reassessments, and your property will be valued at current market rates when you purchase. Homeowners age 65+, surviving spouses of deceased homeowners, or persons with disabilities earning ≤$35,000 annually can claim the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, which rebates up to $975 per year — apply to the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue by June 30. File for your school district's Homestead Exclusion (the amount is specific to your district) with the Northumberland County Assessor within 30 days of closing to reduce school operating tax bills.