Online tool shows impact of proposed tax raise in Allentown — with garbage fees to climb, too

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — City residents can use an online map to see how much their property taxes could climb next year if council approves the mayor’s 2026 budget as proposed.

Mayor Matt Tuerk is asking city lawmakers to sign off on a real-estate tax increase of 3.96%. It would be the first time the city has raised its tax rate since 2019 if they do.

Allentown is offering a Property Tax Lookup Tool on its website that does the math for residents eyeing their potential 2026 taxes. It shows their 2026 annual taxes and the monthly increase they’d face…

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