Basic Legal and Tax information in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Minimum Driving Age is 16 years old
- ​Contact the State Police Barracks at Route 22 and Airport Road or the AAA for information.
- Minimum Drinking Age is 21
- The sale of wine and spirits is controlled by the Commonwealth, governed by the Liquor Control Board and considered a controlled substance.
- Wine and spirits are sold at State Stores (Wine & Spirits Shops) and limited retail locations.
- Wine & Spirits Shops open at 9:00 am. The hours of operation vary depending on the location of the store and its size. Specialty stores are open Sunday's from noon to 5:00 pm in addition to their weekday schedule. Stores are closed for legal holidays.
- Beer is sold at dedicated beer and beverage distributors and select grocery stores.
- Sales Tax
- PA Sales Tax is 6%. There is no tax on clothing or food.
- Income Tax
- PA Income Tax is a flat 3.07%
- Local Income Tax is a flat ~1%
- Real Estate Tax
- Real Estate is taxed on a property's Assessed Value. There are 3 real estate tax bills:
- School District Real Estate Tax
- Municipal Real Estate Tax
- County Real Estate Tax
- Other Taxes
- Other taxes that might be levied, depending upon your municipality, county and occupation:
- School District Per Capita Tax
- Occupational Privilege Tax
- ​Business Privilege Tax