18079 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 18079 (Slatedale, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $3,462/year in property taxes on homes valued at $117,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 2.95%, which is 120% above the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 18079 is approximately $289, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Lehigh County. This is $658 more than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 18079 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 19032 (2.96%) and 16734 (3.03%).

In Slatedale, property taxes represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $120,133, 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.