Homeowners in Georgetown CDP (Luzerne County), Pennsylvania paid a median $1,742 a year in property tax on a median home worth $117,700, an effective rate of about 1.48% (Census 2020–2024).
1.45%Luzerne County overall
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Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Georgetown CDP (Luzerne County)
At the local 1.48% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $2,220 | $185 |
| $250,000 | $3,700 | $308 |
| $350,000 | $5,180 | $432 |
| $500,000 | $7,400 | $617 |
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Georgetown CDP (Luzerne County), Pennsylvania?
Homeowners in Georgetown CDP (Luzerne County), Pennsylvania paid a median $1,742 a year in property tax on a median home worth $117,700, an effective rate of about 1.48% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Georgetown CDP (Luzerne County)?
About $3,700 a year at the 1.48% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Georgetown CDP (Luzerne County) higher than the rest of Pennsylvania?
Georgetown CDP (Luzerne County) ranks #710 lowest of 1,144 Pennsylvania places we track. The statewide effective rate is 1.30%. Luzerne County overall is 1.45%.