Philadelphia, PA variant. This is a Philadelphia, PA-specific version of the Income Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Income Tax Calculator.
Income tax in Philadelphia combines federal, PA state, and a 3.75% city income tax.
Layers of income tax in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is among the cities that add a local income tax - 3.75% here - on top of PA state and federal tax. That makes Philadelphia one of the higher total-tax jurisdictions in the country.
Combine all layers to find your true marginal rate on the next dollar earned.
About Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia imposes a city wage tax on residents and on people who work within the city, adding to the Pennsylvania state income tax.
Philadelphia offers relatively affordable home prices compared with other large East Coast cities, making homeownership more accessible.
Philadelphia's economy is built around education, healthcare, and professional services, with major universities and hospital systems as anchors.
Worked example: local tax on $60,302
Philadelphia's 3.75% city tax on $60,302 ≈ $2,261, before PA state and federal tax.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $235,000
- Median rent: $1,750/mo
- Median household income: $60,302
- Local sales tax: 8%
- City income tax: 3.75%
- Effective property tax rate: 0.95%
- Cost of living index: 105 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Philadelphia have a local income tax?
Yes - 3.75%, on top of PA state and federal tax.
What taxes apply to Philadelphia residents?
Federal, PA state, and a 3.75% city income tax.