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Philadelphia County

Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

Effective Tax Rate

0.84%

Median Annual Tax

$1,952

How Philadelphia County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Philadelphia County$1,952
Pennsylvania State Average$2,657
National Average$1,924

Philadelphia County

0.84%

Effective rate

Pennsylvania Avg

1.33%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,144

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,660

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,952

Monthly Escrow

$163

Effective Rate

0.84%

vs. Pennsylvania State Average▼ 26.5% below
vs. National Average▼ 27.4% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania?
The effective property tax rate in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania is 0.84%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Philadelphia County?
The median annual property tax payment in Philadelphia County is $1,952. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,144, while those without a mortgage pay $1,660.
How does Philadelphia County compare to the Pennsylvania average?
Philadelphia County's effective tax rate of 0.84% is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 1.33%. The median annual property tax in Philadelphia County is $1,952, compared to the state average of $2,657.
What is the median home value in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania?
The median home value in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania is $232,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Pennsylvania?
Property taxes in Pennsylvania are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Bedford County(PA)

Rate0.81%
Median Tax$1,403

Huntingdon County(PA)

Rate0.91%
Median Tax$1,648

Clarion County(PA)

Rate0.97%
Median Tax$1,477

Fulton County(PA)

Rate1.03%
Median Tax$2,118
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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