18451 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 18451 (Paupack, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $2,377/year in property taxes on homes valued at $327,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.73%, which is 46% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 18451 is approximately $198, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Pike County. This is $427 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 18451 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 16675 (0.72%) and 18854 (0.73%).

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. Pike 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. File your Homestead Exclusion application with your school district within 60 days of closing to reduce school operating taxes; exclusion amounts are set by individual districts.