18069 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 18069 (Orefield, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $5,735/year in property taxes on homes valued at $407,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.41%, which is 5% above the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 18069 is approximately $478, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lehigh County. This is $2,931 more than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 18069 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 16401 (1.41%) and 16407 (1.41%).

In Orefield, property taxes represent approximately 4.6% of the median household income of $125,357, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania assesses property at fair market value with no statewide cap; Lehigh County uses a standard reassessment process, and your property will be valued at current market conditions upon purchase. Homeowners age 65+, surviving spouses, and disabled persons earning ≤$35,000 qualify for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, which rebates up to $975 annually — apply to the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue by June 30. File for your school district's Homestead Exclusion with the Lehigh County Assessor within 30 days of closing; the exclusion amount is determined by your specific school district and reduces school operating tax bills.