18302 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 18302 (East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $4,807/year in property taxes on homes valued at $219,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 2.19%, which is 63% above the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 18302 is approximately $401, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Monroe County. This is $2,003 more than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 18302 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 19070 (2.19%) and 15235 (2.19%).

In East Stroudsburg, property taxes represent approximately 5.5% of the median household income of $87,044, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania does not reassess property at sale; your assessed value remains stable unless the property is physically improved or the county conducts a countywide reassessment. Monroe County offers a Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program for seniors (62+), widows, and disabled persons earning ≤$35,000 annually — apply by June 30 each year through the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue. Contact the Monroe County Assessor to file your Homestead Exclusion application with your school district immediately; the exclusion amount is set by each district and applies to school operating taxes only.