Erie County, PA Property Tax: $2,754/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Erie County is 1.62% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $169,500, that works out to about $2,746 per year, or $229 per month. Erie County is located in northwestern Pennsylvania, with Erie as its county seat, and is home to approximately 269,544 residents.
About Erie County
Erie County covers approximately 798.9 square miles in Pennsylvania. The county is home to about 269,544 residents living in roughly 120,019 housing units, of which 62.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $61,476, and the median home was built in 1963.
The county seat is Erie. Erie County borders Chautauqua County, Ashtabula County, Crawford County, Warren 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 Erie County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Erie County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erie County, PA | 1.62% | $169,500 | $2,746 |
| Pennsylvania state average | 1.32% | — | $2,237* |
| Chautauqua County | 2.39% | $119,300 | $2,846 |
| Ashtabula County | 1.26% | $149,600 | $1,890 |
| Crawford County | 1.46% | $143,400 | $2,099 |
| Warren County | 1.39% | $121,800 | $1,694 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Erie County's median home value of $169,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Erie County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Pennsylvania?
At 1.62%, Erie County is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 1.32%. On a home at the county median of $169,500, that means about $2,746 per year — versus $2,237 at the state average rate, a difference of $509 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Erie County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Erie County?
For a home at the county median value of $169,500, the annual property tax in Erie County is approximately $2,746 — or about $229 per month. For a home worth $254,250, expect around $4,119 per year. For a $339,000 home, approximately $5,492 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Erie County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Erie County are handled by the Erie County Assessor's office in Erie. 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 Erie 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 1.62% shown here. Contact the Erie 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