Per Capita Taxes

Per capita is a tax collected for each adult individual 18 years and older within Arnold's taxing district. "Per Capita" means "by the head" so it is a tax commonly called a head tax.  This tax has no connection with employment, income, voting rights or any other factor except residence with Arnold city limits.

The Arnold per capita tax is $20 with $10 paid to the city of Arnold and $10 paid to Arnold-New Kensington School District.

Per Capita bills are generally mailed in March with payment due no later than December 31st of the same year.

Exemption for Per Capita are very specific.  This form can be found under the Tax Forms page.