Pennsylvania Property Tax Calculator 2026

Calculate property taxes in Pennsylvania. The average effective property tax rate in PA is 1.14%, which is above the national average of 0.89%. Estimate your annual property tax bill.

By Konstantin Iakovlev · Updated October 19, 2026 · Methodology

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Annual Property Tax

$3,990.00

Monthly Equivalent

$332.50

Effective Rate

1.140%

Property Tax Breakdown

Assessed Value$350,000.00
Homestead Exemption$0.00
Taxable Value$350,000.00
Annual Tax$3,990.00
Monthly Equivalent$332.50

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.

Pennsylvania Property Tax Guide

Pennsylvania's average effective property tax rate is about 1.14% of a home's value, noticeably above the roughly 0.9% national average. The state itself levies no property tax; counties, municipalities, and school districts set and bill it locally, and school districts usually account for the largest share. Because each county runs its own assessment, two homes of identical market value in different counties can carry very different tax bills.

Bills are built from an assessed value, not the current market price, and counties apply a common-level ratio so assessments from different reassessment years stay comparable. To estimate a bill, you multiply the assessed value by the combined millage rate of your county, municipality, and school district, where one mill equals $1 per $1,000 of assessed value. Pennsylvania's Homestead and Farmstead Exclusion can shave a fixed amount off the assessed value of an owner-occupied primary residence, and the state-funded Property Tax/Rent Rebate program returns money to eligible seniors and people with disabilities.

Pennsylvania Property Tax Details (2026)

Avg. Effective Property Tax Rate 1.14%
National Average 0.89%
vs. National Average 0.25 points above
Estate Tax None
State Sales Tax 6%
State Income Tax 3.07% (flat)

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Pennsylvania Property Tax FAQ

Why is my Pennsylvania property tax bill split among different taxing bodies?
Pennsylvania has no state property tax, so your bill is the sum of separate millage rates set by your county, your municipality (township, borough, or city), and your school district. School taxes are typically the biggest piece. Because each body sets its own rate, the combined burden varies widely from one community to the next even at the same home value.
How do I estimate a Pennsylvania property tax bill from the assessed value?
Multiply your property's assessed value by the total millage rate, remembering that one mill equals $1 of tax per $1,000 of assessed value. For example, a combined 30 mills on a $150,000 assessed value works out to about $4,500. The assessed value, not the market price, drives the math, and a county's common-level ratio bridges the gap between old assessments and current market values.
What is the Homestead Exclusion in Pennsylvania?
The Homestead and Farmstead Exclusion lets school districts reduce the assessed value used to calculate school property taxes on an owner-occupied primary residence, lowering that portion of the bill. You must apply through your county assessment office, and it applies only to your main home, not rentals or second properties. Funding comes largely from state gaming revenue distributed to districts.
Can Pennsylvania seniors get help with property taxes?
Yes. The state's Property Tax/Rent Rebate program issues rebates to eligible residents who are 65 or older, widows and widowers 50 or older, and people with disabilities, subject to income limits. It is administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue and can return a meaningful portion of property tax or rent paid. Recent expansions raised the income ceilings and maximum rebate amounts.

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