What is the property tax rate in Pittsburgh, PA?

Pittsburgh has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.96%. On a median home valued at $193,200, homeowners pay approximately $1,853 per year in property taxes.

How does Pittsburgh compare to Allegheny County?

Pittsburgh's effective rate of 0.96% is 37% lower than the Allegheny County average of 1.52%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,451, while Pittsburgh homeowners pay an estimated $1,853.

How much are property taxes in Pittsburgh on a $300,000 home?

Based on Pittsburgh's effective rate of 0.96%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,880 per year, or about $240 per month.

Pittsburgh Property Tax Rate

Allegheny County, Pennsylvania

0.96%effective rate

Pittsburgh is located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. Homeowners in Pittsburgh pay a median of $1,853 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $193,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.96%. This is 37% lower than the Allegheny County average of 1.52%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.96%

vs 1.52% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,853

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$193,200

2024 estimate

Population📍

303,620

Pittsburgh, PA

How Pittsburgh Compares

Pittsburgh

0.96%

Allegheny County Average

1.52%

Pennsylvania Average

1.30%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Allegheny County

Compare property tax rates for 4 cities in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Plum	26,873	$3,886	1.78%
Bethel Park	33,070	$4,537	1.75%
Monroeville	28,383	$3,063	1.55%
Pittsburgh	303,620	$1,853	0.96%

About Property Taxes in Pittsburgh

Property taxes in Pittsburgh are collected by Allegheny County. Tax exemptions available to Allegheny County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Pittsburgh. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Allegheny County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,880

$240/month · Rate: 0.96%

Allegheny County Property Taxes

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Pennsylvania Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.