Reading Tax Information
Reading is located in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Property taxes are determined by the county tax rate and your home's assessed value.
Property Taxes in Reading
Property taxes in Reading, Pennsylvania are assessed and collected by Berks County. The effective tax rate of 2.040% is applied to your property's assessed value to determine your annual property tax bill.
About Reading
Reading is a city in Berks County, Pennsylvania with a population of approximately 95,112 residents. As part of Berks County, all properties in Reading are subject to the county's property tax rates and assessment procedures.
Tax Exemptions and Relief Programs
Berks County offers various exemptions and relief programs that may reduce your property tax burden. Common exemptions include homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior citizen exemptions, veteran exemptions, and disability exemptions. Contact the Berks County Tax Assessor's office to learn about programs you may qualify for.