Bethlehem Property Tax Rate

Northampton County, Pennsylvania

1.77%effective rate

Bethlehem is located in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. Homeowners in Bethlehem pay a median of $4,186 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $236,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.77%. This is 16% higher than the Northampton County average of 1.52%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.77%

vs 1.52% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$4,186

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$236,500

2024 estimate

Population📍

77,069

Bethlehem, PA

How Bethlehem Compares

Bethlehem
1.77%
Northampton County Average
1.52%
Pennsylvania Average
1.30%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Northampton County

Compare property tax rates for 2 cities in Northampton County, Pennsylvania.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Easton$3,3031.95%
Bethlehem$4,1861.77%

About Property Taxes in Bethlehem

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

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$443/month · Rate: 1.77%

Northampton County 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.