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Pennsylvania Transfer Tax Calculator
Pennsylvania stacks a state tax and a local tax, and the local rate depends on the municipality and school district. Enter the address and price and get the full figure for that exact municipality.
State and default rates
| Item | Rate | Rule |
|---|---|---|
| State realty transfer tax | 1% | Customarily split 50/50 between buyer and seller. |
| Default local tax | 1% | Municipality plus school district, unless the municipality has its own rate. |
Selected municipalities
| Municipality | Municipal | School district | Total with state |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia (city & county) | 3.578% | 0% | 4.578% |
| Pittsburgh (city) – Pittsburgh SD | 3% | 1% | 5% |
| Scranton (city) | 2.2% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Wilkes-Barre (city) | 2% | 0.5% | 3.5% |
Figures are drawn from the same rate book the calculator runs on.
Questions
Frequently asked
What is the transfer tax in Pennsylvania?
The state charges 1% and most municipalities add 1% local tax. Some cities charge more; Philadelphia's total is 4.578%.
Who pays PA transfer tax?
By custom the buyer and seller split the total 50/50.