15081 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 15081 (South Heights, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $1,974/year in property taxes on homes valued at $125,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.58%, which is 18% above the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 15081 is approximately $165, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Beaver County. This is $830 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 15081 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 17304 (1.58%) and 17110 (1.58%).

In South Heights, property taxes represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $62,500, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania property taxes are assessed by individual school districts, and Beaver County has no countywide cap on annual increases — your assessment can rise unlimited amounts each year until you file a homestead exemption. The Homestead Exclusion program reduces your school district taxable value by an amount set by each district (typically $15,000–$50,000); file with your school district assessor by August 1 of the year after purchase. If you earn under $35,000, also apply for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program with the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue by June 30 annually.