19310 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 19310 (Atglen, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $6,069/year in property taxes on homes valued at $289,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 2.10%, which is 56% above the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 19310 is approximately $506, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Chester County. This is $3,265 more than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 19310 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15014 (2.09%) and 18220 (2.11%).

In Atglen, property taxes represent approximately 6.9% of the median household income of $87,679, 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. Chester 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 claim with your school district within 60 days of purchase to reduce school operating taxes; the exclusion amount is determined by your district.