Pittsburgh has transformed from a steel town into a healthcare, robotics, and education hub anchored by UPMC and Carnegie Mellon. Allegheny County's effective property tax rate is among the highest in the state due to outdated assessment values.
Recommended for incomes above $75k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Pittsburgh housing market
The 2.01% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Pittsburgh and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Pennsylvania average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Pittsburgh buyers. Many Pittsburgh properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $50/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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