Allegheny County Property Tax Rate

Pennsylvania

1.52%effective rate

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania has an effective property tax rate of 1.52%, which is 65% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $227,600, homeowners pay approximately $3,451 per year in property taxes. Allegheny County ranks #9 out of 67 counties in Pennsylvania for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$3,451

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$227,600

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

4.39%

Median income: $78,548

State Rank📍

#9

of 67 counties in PA

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$3,738

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$3,040

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Allegheny County pay on average $698 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Allegheny County Compares

Allegheny County
1.52%
Pennsylvania Average
1.30%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Pennsylvania

Delaware
1.84%
Monroe
1.66%
Berks
1.65%
York
1.61%
Erie
1.60%
Cameron
1.59%
McKean
1.59%
Lehigh
1.55%

Historical Property Tax Trends

YearMedian TaxMedian Home ValueEffective Rate
2020$3,098$161,6001.92%
2021$3,200$171,4001.87%
2022$3,358$200,2001.68%
2023$3,399$216,7001.57%
2024$3,451$227,6001.52%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates

Pennsylvania Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Allegheny County homeowners

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

Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property tax in Allegheny County

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$50k$2M

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,560

$380/month · Rate: 1.52%

Quick Facts

Population1,238,177
Owner-Occupied58.6%
National Rank#322 of 3,135
Median Income$78,548

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Cities in Allegheny County

Explore property tax data for 4 cities in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Pittsburgh$1,8530.96%
Bethel Park$4,5371.75%
Monroeville$3,0631.55%
Plum$3,8861.78%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.