Ocean County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 193,630.
The median annual property tax in Ocean County is $6,499, which is 24% lower than the New Jersey state average and 238% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.77% on a median home value of $366,600. Property taxes represent 7.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,499
-24% vs State
+238% vs US
Median Home Value
$366,600
-9% vs State
+73% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.77%
-20% vs State
+86% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,776
$565/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,982
$499/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 | $6,499 +1.0% | 1.77% |
| 2022 | $6,433 +4.8% | 1.87% |
| 2021 | $6,141 +3.8% | 2.06% |
| 2020 | $5,916 +2.5% | 2.06% |
| 2019 | $5,774 | 2.07% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,411
per year
Monthly Tax
$542
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
Warren County
Tax: $8,156/yr Rate: 2.52%
Atlantic County
Tax: $6,749/yr Rate: 2.47%
Essex County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.02%
Bergen County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.69%
Mercer County
Tax: $8,804/yr Rate: 2.51%
Somerset County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ocean County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ocean County is $6,499 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.77% on a median home value of $366,600.
How does Ocean County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ocean County are 238% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ocean County? ▼
In Ocean County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,776 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,982. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ocean County? ▼
Property taxes in Ocean County represent approximately 7.5% of the median household income of $86,411. 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.