17837 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 17837 (Lewisburg, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $3,543/year in property taxes on homes valued at $262,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.35%, which is near the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 17837 is approximately $295, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Union County. This is $739 more than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 17837 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15367 (1.35%) and 17048 (1.35%).

In Lewisburg, property taxes represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $80,488, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania assesses property at fair market value with no statewide cap; Union County uses a standard reassessment process, and your property will be valued at current market conditions upon purchase. Seniors (age 65+), widows/widowers, and disabled persons earning ≤$35,000 qualify for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, which rebates up to $975 annually — apply to the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue by June 30. File for your school district's Homestead Exclusion with the Union County Assessor within 30 days of purchase; the exclusion amount is determined by your school district and reduces school operating taxes.