Salem County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 17,738.
The median annual property tax in Salem County is $6,757, which is 21% lower than the New Jersey state average and 251% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 3.03% on a median home value of $223,000. Property taxes represent 8.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,757
-21% vs State
+251% vs US
Median Home Value
$223,000
-45% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
3.03%
+37% vs State
+219% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,886
$574/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,551
$546/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 | $6,757 +1.8% | 3.03% |
| 2022 | $6,638 +6.2% | 3.19% |
| 2021 | $6,252 +6.1% | 3.34% |
| 2020 | $5,895 +2.0% | 3.17% |
| 2019 | $5,777 | 3.13% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
8.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,412
per year
Monthly Tax
$563
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
Ocean County
Tax: $6,499/yr Rate: 1.77%
Hudson County
Tax: $9,413/yr Rate: 1.85%
Essex County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.02%
Union County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.05%
Passaic County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.28%
Warren County
Tax: $8,156/yr Rate: 2.52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Salem County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Salem County is $6,757 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 3.03% on a median home value of $223,000.
How does Salem County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Salem County are 251% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 3.03% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Salem County? ▼
In Salem County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,886 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,551. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Salem County? ▼
Property taxes in Salem County represent approximately 8.6% of the median household income of $78,412. 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.