Property Tax in Union County
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Union Slightly Below U.S. Average Rate
Union County's effective tax rate of 1.196% falls just below the national median of 1.281%, though homeowners here face a tax bill nearly matching the national average. At $2,667 in median annual property taxes, the county hovers just below the U.S. median of $2,690, reflecting typical national tax burden.
Near Pennsylvania's State Average
Union County's effective rate of 1.196% edges below Pennsylvania's average of 1.317%, while its median property tax of $2,667 sits just above the state average of $2,657. The county represents a middle-of-the-road tax environment within the Commonwealth.
Higher Than Most Regional Peers
Union's 1.196% rate exceeds Sullivan (1.051%), Susquehanna (1.148%), and Tioga (1.189%), making it the highest among its immediate northeastern neighbors. Homeowners pay roughly $400–$600 more annually than comparable properties in adjacent counties.
Higher Home Values, Heftier Tax Bills
A median Union County home valued at $222,900 results in $2,667 in annual property taxes, the highest in its regional peer group. With mortgage considerations, the bill rises to $2,942; without them, it sits at $2,407, reflecting the county's larger home values.
Assessment Review Could Save Hundreds
Union County homeowners, especially those with properties at the higher end of the market, often carry inflated assessments. A property tax appeal costs nothing and can recoup thousands in overdue refunds or reduce future payments substantially.