Property taxes in Chester County, Pennsylvania
Homes in Chester County pay about 1.30% of their value in property taxes each year, or about $7,342 on a home at the local median sale price of $564,756. That’s about the same as the typical county in Pennsylvania (1.27%).
Effective rate1.30%Of home value per year
Rank in Pennsylvania#30 of 671 = highest rate
Tax at the median sale price$7,342On $564,756
Estimated yearly and monthly tax by home price
| Home price | Per year | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $3,250 | $271 |
| $400,000 | $5,200 | $433 |
| $600,000 | $7,800 | $650 |
| $800,000 | $10,400 | $867 |
| $1,000,000 | $13,000 | $1,083 |
How accurate is a county rate?
This is a county average: the median tax bill divided by the median home value. Your bill depends on the home’s assessed value, the town and school district, and any exemptions you qualify for. Ask for the home’s current tax bill before you make an offer.
Questions
What is the property tax rate in Chester County, Pennsylvania?
About 1.30% of a home’s value per year, based on U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates.
How much is property tax on a $400,000 home in Chester County?
About $5,200 a year, or $433 a month.
Counties in Pennsylvania with similar rates
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates.