Clearfield County, PA Property Tax: $1,488/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Clearfield County is 1.19% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $125,000, that works out to about $1,488 per year, or $124 per month. Clearfield County is located in central Pennsylvania, and is home to approximately 78,902 residents.
About Clearfield County
Clearfield County covers approximately 1,145.1 square miles in Pennsylvania. The county is home to about 78,902 residents living in roughly 38,160 housing units, of which 65.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $60,181, and the median home was built in 1969.
Clearfield County borders Blair County, Cambria County, Cameron County, Centre County, Clinton County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Pennsylvania
Property taxes in Pennsylvania are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Pennsylvania offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Clearfield County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Clearfield County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clearfield County, PA | 1.19% | $125,000 | $1,488 |
| Pennsylvania state average | 1.32% | — | $1,650* |
| Blair County | 1.09% | $156,700 | $1,711 |
| Cambria County | 1.28% | $115,900 | $1,487 |
| Cameron County | 1.67% | $88,200 | $1,470 |
| Centre County | 1.07% | $308,100 | $3,282 |
| Clinton County | 1.14% | $179,100 | $2,047 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Clearfield County's median home value of $125,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Clearfield County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Pennsylvania?
At 1.19%, Clearfield County is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 1.32%. On a home at the county median of $125,000, that means about $1,488 per year — versus $1,650 at the state average rate, a difference of $162 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Clearfield County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Clearfield County?
For a home at the county median value of $125,000, the annual property tax in Clearfield County is approximately $1,488 — or about $124 per month. For a home worth $187,500, expect around $2,231 per year. For a $250,000 home, approximately $2,975 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Clearfield County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Clearfield County are handled by the Clearfield County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Clearfield County?
Pennsylvania counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.19% shown here. Contact the Clearfield County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File