17884 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 17884 (Washingtonville, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $1,500/year in property taxes on homes valued at $165,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.91%, which is 33% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 17884 is approximately $125, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Montour County. This is $1,304 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 17884 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15552 (0.91%) and 15823 (0.91%).

In Washingtonville, property taxes represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $41,875, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania assesses property at fair market value with no statewide cap; Montour County reassesses according to its cycle, and your 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 earning ≤$35,000 — apply to the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue by June 30 each year. Contact the Montour County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to file for your school district's Homestead Exclusion (amounts vary by district) and verify your assessed value on the official assessment roll.