Bergen County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 230,923.
The median annual property tax in Bergen County is $10,001, which is 17% higher than the New Jersey state average and 420% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.69% on a median home value of $593,200. Property taxes represent 8.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$10,001
+17% vs State
+420% vs US
Median Home Value
$593,200
+47% vs State
+180% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.69%
-24% vs State
+78% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$10,001
$833/mo
Without Mortgage
$10,001
$833/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,001 +0.0% | 1.69% |
| 2022 | $10,001 +0.0% | 1.78% |
| 2021 | $10,001 +0.0% | 2.04% |
| 2020 | $10,001 +0.0% | 2.09% |
| 2019 | $10,001 | 2.13% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
8.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$123,715
per year
Monthly Tax
$833
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
Passaic County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.28%
Atlantic County
Tax: $6,749/yr Rate: 2.47%
Gloucester County
Tax: $7,964/yr Rate: 2.81%
Middlesex County
Tax: $9,684/yr Rate: 2.20%
Salem County
Tax: $6,757/yr Rate: 3.03%
Somerset County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bergen County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bergen County is $10,001 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.69% on a median home value of $593,200.
How does Bergen County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bergen County are 420% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.69% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bergen County? ▼
In Bergen County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $10,001 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $10,001. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bergen County? ▼
Property taxes in Bergen County represent approximately 8.1% of the median household income of $123,715. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.