Morris County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 141,771.
The median annual property tax in Morris 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 1.80% on a median home value of $557,000. Property taxes represent 7.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$10,001
+17% vs State
+420% vs US
Median Home Value
$557,000
+38% vs State
+163% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.80%
-19% vs State
+89% 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% | 1.80% |
| 2022 | $10,001 +0.0% | 1.88% |
| 2021 | $10,001 +1.2% | 2.11% |
| 2020 | $9,883 +1.0% | 2.14% |
| 2019 | $9,781 | 2.14% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$134,929
per year
Monthly Tax
$833
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
Atlantic County
Tax: $6,749/yr Rate: 2.47%
Bergen County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.69%
Warren County
Tax: $8,156/yr Rate: 2.52%
Cape May County
Tax: $5,233/yr Rate: 1.32%
Camden County
Tax: $8,063/yr Rate: 3.08%
Hunterdon County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Morris County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Morris County is $10,001 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.80% on a median home value of $557,000.
How does Morris County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Morris County are 420% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Morris County? ▼
In Morris 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 Morris County? ▼
Property taxes in Morris County represent approximately 7.4% of the median household income of $134,929. 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.