18354 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 18354 (Sciota, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $5,048/year in property taxes on homes valued at $244,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 2.06%, which is 54% above the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 18354 is approximately $421, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Monroe County. This is $2,244 more than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 18354 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15122 (2.06%) and 15754 (2.06%).

In Sciota, property taxes represent approximately 6.1% of the median household income of $82,833, 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.