Allegheny County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 354,840.
The median annual property tax in Allegheny County is $3,399, which is 28% higher than the Pennsylvania state average and 77% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $216,700. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,399
+28% vs State
+77% vs US
Median Home Value
$216,700
+8% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.57%
+19% vs State
+65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,692
$308/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,980
$248/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,399 +1.2% | 1.57% |
| 2022 | $3,358 +4.9% | 1.68% |
| 2021 | $3,200 +3.3% | 1.87% |
| 2020 | $3,098 +2.1% | 1.92% |
| 2019 | $3,034 | 1.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,393
per year
Monthly Tax
$283
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,411/yr Rate: 1.11%
Montour County
Tax: $2,475/yr Rate: 1.03%
Erie County
Tax: $2,754/yr Rate: 1.62%
Union County
Tax: $2,667/yr Rate: 1.20%
Berks County
Tax: $4,238/yr Rate: 1.77%
Luzerne County
Tax: $2,506/yr Rate: 1.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Allegheny County is $3,399 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $216,700.
How does Allegheny County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Allegheny County are 77% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Allegheny County? ▼
In Allegheny County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,692 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,980. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Allegheny County? ▼
Property taxes in Allegheny County represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $76,393. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.