Pennsylvania per diem rates by city
Cities with their own GSA rate for FY2026, highest lodging first. Seasonal cities show their range. Anywhere not listed defaults to the CONUS standard of $110 lodging / $68 M&IE.
| City / area | Lodging / night | M&IE / day |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | $156–$218 | $92 |
| Hershey | $145–$196 | $80 |
| Pittsburgh | $138 | $80 |
| Chester / Radnor / Essington | $127 | $80 |
| Montgomery | $126 | $80 |
| Harrisburg | $124 | $74 |
| State College | $124 | $74 |
| Lancaster | $123 | $74 |
| Gettysburg | $110–$122 | $68 |
| Bucks | $119 | $80 |
| Malvern / Frazer / Berwyn | $118 | $80 |
| Reading | $117 | $74 |
| Allentown / Easton / Bethlehem | $115 | $74 |
| All other Pennsylvania locations (CONUS standard) | $110 | $68 |
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GSA Per Diem Calculator · FY2026
Pennsylvania per diem
Meals provided?
PHILADELPHIA · PA · FY2026 · GSA
$187
Lodging / night
$92
M&IE / day
$604
Total trip per diem
2 nights · 3 days (first & last day at 75% M&IE = $69)
Rates published by GSA · fiscal year Oct 2025 – Sep 2026
Reimbursement at or below this rate under an accountable plan is not taxable to the employee. Learn more →
Frequently asked questions
What is the per diem rate for Pennsylvania in 2026?＋
Pennsylvania has 14 GSA-listed cities with their own rates (up to $218 lodging). Everywhere else in Pennsylvania uses the CONUS standard of $110 lodging and $68 M&IE.
What is the standard per diem rate in Pennsylvania?＋
Cities without a specific GSA rate use the FY2026 CONUS standard: $110 for lodging and $68 for meals & incidentals per day.
Is per diem taxable in Pennsylvania?＋
No — reimbursement at or below the GSA rate under an accountable plan is not taxable to the employee anywhere in the U.S., including Pennsylvania.