Hudson County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 92,160.
The median annual property tax in Hudson County is $9,413, which is 11% higher than the New Jersey state average and 389% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.85% on a median home value of $508,600. Property taxes represent 10.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$9,413
+11% vs State
+389% vs US
Median Home Value
$508,600
+26% vs State
+140% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.85%
-16% vs State
+95% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$9,499
$792/mo
Without Mortgage
$9,221
$768/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 | $9,413 +1.1% | 1.85% |
| 2022 | $9,314 +5.2% | 1.91% |
| 2021 | $8,855 +2.2% | 2.09% |
| 2020 | $8,668 +2.0% | 2.16% |
| 2019 | $8,502 | 2.25% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
10.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$90,032
per year
Monthly Tax
$784
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
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%
Warren County
Tax: $8,156/yr Rate: 2.52%
Mercer County
Tax: $8,804/yr Rate: 2.51%
Hunterdon County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hudson County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hudson County is $9,413 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.85% on a median home value of $508,600.
How does Hudson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hudson County are 389% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.85% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hudson County? ▼
In Hudson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $9,499 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $9,221. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hudson County? ▼
Property taxes in Hudson County represent approximately 10.5% of the median household income of $90,032. 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.