Pennsylvania Property Tax Rate
67 Counties
Pennsylvania has an effective property tax rate of 1.30%, ranking it #12 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Pennsylvania pays $3,311 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $254,500. This rate is 41% higher than the national average of 0.92%.
1.30%
#12 of 50 states
$3,311
Per year
$254,500
2024 estimate
67
Population: 13,018,639
Property Tax Rates by County in Pennsylvania
| Rank ▲ | County | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Delaware County | 1.84% |
| #2 | Monroe County | 1.66% |
| #3 | Berks County | 1.65% |
| #4 | York County | 1.61% |
| #5 | Erie County | 1.60% |
| #6 | Cameron County | 1.59% |
| #7 | McKean County | 1.59% |
| #8 | Lehigh County | 1.55% |
| #9 | Allegheny County | 1.52% |
| #10 | Northampton County | 1.52% |
| #11 | Indiana County | 1.50% |
| #12 | Lackawanna County | 1.49% |
| #13 | Carbon County | 1.46% |
| #14 | Luzerne County | 1.45% |
| #15 | Mifflin County | 1.45% |
| #16 | Beaver County | 1.42% |
| #17 | Schuylkill County | 1.40% |
| #18 | Armstrong County | 1.37% |
| #19 | Lebanon County | 1.37% |
| #20 | Crawford County | 1.35% |
How Pennsylvania Compares
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$3,900
$325/month · Rate: 1.30%
Home Value
$300,000
Taxable Value
$300,000
Effective Rate
1.30%
Pennsylvania Property Tax Exemptions
Homestead Exclusion
Varies by school district (no statewide fixed amount); median exclusion around $8,000-$15,000 where offered
Primary residence owners in school districts that have adopted the exclusion
Property Tax/Rent Rebate (Over 65/Disabled)
Up to $1,000 rebate (supplemental rebates may increase this to $1,500)
Homeowners age 65+, widows/widowers age 50+, or disabled age 18+; income limit of $45,000 for homeowners
Disabled Veteran
100% exemption from property taxes on primary residence
Veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability; surviving spouse may retain
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
When Are Property Taxes Due in Pennsylvania?
There is no single statewide due date in Pennsylvania; county, municipal, and school taxes are billed separately by local tax collectors. Homeowners typically get a 2% discount for paying early, pay face value during a middle window, and owe a 10% penalty after the deadline.
Dates vary by locality
Pennsylvania property tax is billed and collected locally, with separate county, municipal, and school district bills that each set their own dates. County/municipal bills are commonly issued around March 1 and school bills around July 1. Most bills use a three-tier structure: a 2% discount period (roughly the first two months), a face-value period, and a 10% penalty period after the due date. Exact dates vary by county, municipality, and school district.
If you pay late: A 10% penalty is typically added once the local face-value period ends; exact discount, face, and penalty windows are set by each taxing body.
See how Pennsylvania compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.