10 Pennsylvania Counties Receiving the Highest Tax Refunds

Tax season is here, and about 70% of Americans will receive a refund for overpayments in 2022. Smart Asset ranked the places that will receive the highest tax refunds in Pennsylvania separated by county, and counties in the Philadelphia area dominated the top 10.

Local residents tend to classify the “five-county area” as the city of Philadelphia (which is its own county) and the suburban counties Delaware, Montgomery, Chester, and Bucks to make up the greater Philadelphia area.

Chester County topped the list. Over 180,000 people in ChesCo filed for 2022, and their average return came in at $3,348.

Montgomery County finished second with a $3,289 average return within a significantly higher population of files at 307, 920. Delaware County ranked third on the list with a $3,218 average, and Bucks County was fourth with a $3,140 average.

The city of Philadelphia ranked ninth on the list. Philadelphia County had nearly twice as many applicants as any other county in the top 10, so the larger number created a higher variance that contributed to the final number of $3,014.

Susquehanna County was one of three counties in the northeastern part of the state listed in the top 10 of the highest tax refunds in Pennsylvania.

Greene County, located in the far southwest corner of the state by the West Virginia border, was sixth on the final list. It was the only county in the top 10 within the proximity of Pittsburgh, the state of Pennsylvania’s second-biggest city.

Warm, sunny spring days are so close we can taste it, and we know how you can spend them. There are many wonderful wineries to visit in this area.

Going to a winery is a great way to spend a day. There really is nothing better than enjoying the taste of delicious wines and shareable snacks on a beautiful day. For the perfect spring activity, you can take a trip to one of this area's many wineries with some friends and relax. Visiting one of these places epitomizes weekend vibes.

Rain or shine you can head to the tasting room and try out something you've never had before. It's the perfect activity to do if you maybe missed the brunch call on a Sunday after a fun Saturday night... or if you're a huge wine connoisseur that is constantly looking for the next best thing. Whatever your "thing" is, a winery can hopefully offer it. Outdoor seating, live music, and bottles to buy at the door may be there for you.

There are always fun activities going on at these cute spots, so do your research before going! There may be things ranging from arts and crafts to charcuterie board building while you sip.

At a winery, the wine is fresher than fresh. It's all grown right there (or at least very close), so you know you're getting the best quality drink. With so many innovations at these sites, you will be sure to find something you haven't tried before.

Tucked away in Hammonton, New Jersey, Sharrott Winery provides local wines in a brightly lit tasting room. Their menu changes often, but the food is always spot-on. You will hear live music on any given weekend as you enjoy a wine flight in a spacious, rustic dining space. The vibes here are totally laid back, so you're sure to have fun.

A 5 generation Winery from Sicily, has been passed on, even across the Atlantic. Angelico Winery offers the highest quality local wine in a newly remodeled tasting room. Angelico has trivia nights and all kinds of fun, themed events for you to get in on. Their Raspberry Rosé  is to die for.

Chaddsford Winery is not just exclusive to the Brandywine Valley. A closer option for you may be their Wine Garden at Collins Park in Philadelphia. Regardless, you're going to get a taste of some exquisite wine. The winery itself is gorgeous, with both reserved and walk-in dining experiences. You can book a wine and cheese tasting, if you're fancy like that.

Okay. Technically this is a meadery. BUT, they have wine. And the vibe is so good here, you gotta try it. Thanks to co-owner Dr. Jeffery Cheskin's degree from Rutgers in microbiology, this spot features all sorts of cute science-y vibes. Most Friday nights, they have Koi On The Go Food Truck. There are amazing eats with dishes like chicken Katsu, crispy fish tacos, crab cake over Thai fried rice and more.

On the main thoroughfare of Haddonfield you'll find William Heritage Winery. The little winery packs a lot of punch. Their newest tasting room is quaint and classy. Wine by the bottle or wine tasting table-side are being offered to guests.You can also grab a curated cheese board to snack on while you sip.

The award-winning wines from Pinnacle Ridge Winery must be on your list of wines to try. The tasting room in Lansdale is an intimate and casual way to enjoy delicious wine. They even have a new location opening up in Stewartstown to try out. They are critically acclaimed as the "star of the region."

There are tons of fun events going on all the time at Cardinal Hollow Winery. Featured on Kathy's 2022 Holiday Activities list, Cardinal Hollow has tons to do. Teaming up with other local businesses, this winery showcases truly unique activities to get in on. Coming up, they have calligraphy class, a murder mystery dinner, and a paint and sip event. You will definitely be able to find something for you to do as you try delicious wines at Cardinal Hollow.

This stunning estate offers a one-of-a-kind wine tasting experience. Stokelan Estate Winery's wine flights and cheese boards make the, maybe daunting, task of trying wine accessible for all. The farmhouse and its beautiful surrounding gardens was first built in the 1850s. The estate is a reflection of the wine itself, made with old-world techniques and new-world style.