19118 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 19118 (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $7,080/year in property taxes on homes valued at $688,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.03%, which is 23% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 19118 is approximately $590, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Philadelphia County. This is $4,276 more than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 19118 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 16838 (1.03%) and 19380 (1.03%).

In Philadelphia, property taxes represent approximately 6.7% of the median household income of $105,667, 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 city/county conducts a countywide reassessment. Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia City Assessor or your school district to file your Homestead Exemption; Philadelphia residents may also qualify for additional city-level property tax relief programs.