Finance / Taxes
The Manager oversees day to day operations of the Township and reports to the Board of Supervisors.
There are three functional areas of the Township: Administration, Zoning/Code Enforcement and Public Works.
The Manager oversees all fiscal elements of the Township including budget preparation and management, purchasing, contract management, financial reporting, information technology, and human resources.
Real Estate Tax Collection
For Real Estate Tax Information, please contact Berkheimer Contact Customer or by phone at 800-360-8989 .
Taxes paid from Escrow: Not all lending institutions request tax bills from Berkheimer. Please contact the mortgage/lender company for payment information.
Berkheimer accepts payments in a variety of ways to provide convenience to the taxpayer. Please only use one of the following payment methods per year:
- Through Berkheimer's website. Berkheimer accepts online payments with two payment options. ACH Payments allow you to make your payment from your checking or savings account.
- Berkheimer also accepts credit card payments. Please note processing fees listed on Berkheimer’s website; or checks could be mailed to Berkheimer’s listed mailing address
on the bill. The full listed amount or the amount due per installment plan.
- Payment drop-off at First Northern Bank and Trust located at 102 Commerce Drive, Northampton, PA 18067.
Please note that the bank payment drop-off will no longer be available starting January 1st, 2028.
It is strongly encouraged that residents pay online or mail checks directly to Berkheimer to avoid any inconvenience or delays in payment processing.
Earned Income Tax
The Northampton County Tax Collection Committee has contracted with Keystone Collections Group for the collection of the earned income tax from all Northampton County residents as well as the employees of all township businesses.
The tax is 1.2% of an individual's gross earned income. Of the 1.2% collected, Allen Township receives 0.5% and the Northampton Area School District receives 0.7%. The contact information for Keystone is:
Keystone Collections Group
546 Wendel Road
Irwin, PA 15642
Telephone No.: 1-866-539-1100 or (724) 978-0300
Fax: (724) 978-0339
www.keystonecollects.com
Local Office
Seidersville Hall
3700 Old Philadelphia Pike
Suite A
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Telephone: 888-519-3897
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-12PM and 12:30PM-4:00PM
Earned Income Tax forms will be mailed to residents from Keystone Collections Group by mid-February of each year. Forms for individuals and employers can also be found on Keystone's web site. Any questions related to Earned Income Tax should be directed to Keystone Collections Group at the number noted above.
Local Services Tax (Current & Delinquent)
Local Services Tax (LST) is imposed where the employee works, regardless of where the employee lives. The tax is assessed during each payroll period and is withheld proportionately for the number of payroll periods within the calendar year. Pennsylvania law requires employers to withhold and report employee LST. Quarterly payroll withholding and payment is due within 30 days after the close of the calendar quarter. First quarter payment is due to the Tax Officer on or before April 30.
Business payments can be remitted online at business.keystonecollects.com
Individuals remitting LST should access the Local Services Tax form
Tax FAQs
What are current Tax Rates for Allen Township residents?
Real Estate Taxes:
County-10.8 mills; Township-5 mills; School District-56.27 mills (rates as of 06/27/2024)
Township Earned Income Tax:
0.7%; School Earned Income Tax - 0.5% Allen Township
Township Local Services Tax:
$52/Annually (deducted from earnings by employer)
State Income Tax:
3.07%
Real Estate Transfer Tax:
total of 2% on the purchase price is comprised of the following distribution - State 1%; Northampton Area School District - 0.5%; and Allen Township 0.5%.
Rates in other municipalities may differ.
How may I contact the Real Estate Tax Collector or obtain tax forms?
For Real Estate Tax Information, please contact the Real Estate Collector pursuant to the information found in the Administrative Directory.
Administration
