Sussex County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 48,678.
The median annual property tax in Sussex County is $8,462, which is 1% lower than the New Jersey state average and 340% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.47% on a median home value of $342,800. Property taxes represent 7.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$8,462
-1% vs State
+340% vs US
Median Home Value
$342,800
-15% vs State
+62% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.47%
+12% vs State
+160% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$8,546
$712/mo
Without Mortgage
$8,285
$690/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 | $8,462 +1.1% | 2.47% |
| 2022 | $8,366 +7.7% | 2.60% |
| 2021 | $7,769 +4.3% | 2.75% |
| 2020 | $7,452 +0.0% | 2.74% |
| 2019 | $7,451 | 2.79% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$114,316
per year
Monthly Tax
$705
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
Warren County
Tax: $8,156/yr Rate: 2.52%
Hudson County
Tax: $9,413/yr Rate: 1.85%
Ocean County
Tax: $6,499/yr Rate: 1.77%
Essex County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.02%
Middlesex County
Tax: $9,684/yr Rate: 2.20%
Gloucester County
Tax: $7,964/yr Rate: 2.81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sussex County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sussex County is $8,462 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.47% on a median home value of $342,800.
How does Sussex County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sussex County are 340% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sussex County? ▼
In Sussex County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $8,546 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $8,285. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sussex County? ▼
Property taxes in Sussex County represent approximately 7.4% of the median household income of $114,316. 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.