What is the property tax rate in Philadelphia, PA?

Philadelphia has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.84%. On a median home valued at $232,400, homeowners pay approximately $1,952 per year in property taxes.

How does Philadelphia compare to Philadelphia County?

Philadelphia's effective rate of 0.84% is 2% higher than the Philadelphia County average of 0.82%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,003, while Philadelphia homeowners pay an estimated $1,952.

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

Based on Philadelphia's effective rate of 0.84%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,520 per year, or about $210 per month.

Philadelphia Property Tax Rate

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

0.84%effective rate

Philadelphia is located in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania. Homeowners in Philadelphia pay a median of $1,952 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $232,400, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.84%. This is 2% higher than the Philadelphia County average of 0.82%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.84%

vs 0.82% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,952

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$232,400

2024 estimate

Population📍

1,582,432

Philadelphia, PA

How Philadelphia Compares

Philadelphia

0.84%

Philadelphia County Average

0.82%

Pennsylvania Average

1.30%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Philadelphia

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,520

$210/month · Rate: 0.84%

Philadelphia 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.