19034 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 19034 (Fort Washington, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $10,001/year in property taxes on homes valued at $611,400. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.64%, which is 22% above the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 19034 is approximately $833, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Montgomery County. This is $7,197 more than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 19034 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 17888 (1.64%) and 17547 (1.64%).

In Fort Washington, property taxes represent approximately 6.1% of the median household income of $164,531, 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. Montgomery 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 for the Homestead Exclusion with your school district within 60 days of purchase; the exclusion amount varies by district but can save hundreds annually on school taxes.