18252 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 18252 (Tamaqua, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $2,447/year in property taxes on homes valued at $153,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.60%, which is 19% above the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 18252 is approximately $204, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Schuylkill County. This is $357 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 18252 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 19038 (1.60%) and 15748 (1.60%).

In Tamaqua, property taxes represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $61,020, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania properties are assessed at fair market value with no statewide cap; Schuylkill County reassesses according to its cycle, and your property will be assessed at current market value when purchased. Eligible seniors (age 65+), widows/widowers, and disabled residents earning ≤$35,000 can claim the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, receiving rebates up to $975 annually — submit your application to the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue by June 30. Contact the Schuylkill County Assessor within 30 days of closing to file for your school district's Homestead Exclusion (amounts vary by district) and confirm your assessed value on the assessment roll.