Berks County, Pennsylvania Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Pennsylvania. Population: 114,882.
The median annual property tax in Berks County is $4,238, which is 60% higher than the Pennsylvania state average and 120% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.77% on a median home value of $239,700. Property taxes represent 5.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,238
+60% vs State
+120% vs US
Median Home Value
$239,700
+20% vs State
+13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.77%
+34% vs State
+86% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,459
$372/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,849
$321/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 | $4,238 +0.9% | 1.77% |
| 2022 | $4,202 +7.9% | 1.86% |
| 2021 | $3,893 +1.3% | 1.99% |
| 2020 | $3,843 +2.8% | 2.05% |
| 2019 | $3,739 | 2.09% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,684
per year
Monthly Tax
$353
per month
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
Carbon County
Tax: $2,914/yr Rate: 1.50%
Indiana County
Tax: $2,271/yr Rate: 1.56%
Montgomery County
Tax: $5,776/yr Rate: 1.41%
Armstrong County
Tax: $2,175/yr Rate: 1.49%
Snyder County
Tax: $2,402/yr Rate: 1.17%
Lackawanna County
Tax: $2,910/yr Rate: 1.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Berks County, Pennsylvania? ▼
The median annual property tax in Berks County is $4,238 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.77% on a median home value of $239,700.
How does Berks County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Berks County are 120% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Berks County? ▼
In Berks County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,459 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,849. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Berks County? ▼
Property taxes in Berks County represent approximately 5.5% of the median household income of $77,684. 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.