New Jersey Property Tax Data
ACS 2023 property tax data for 21 counties in NJ.
The average median property tax in New Jersey is $8,512/year, which is 343% above the national average of $1,923. The average effective tax rate is 2.21% on a median home value of $402,957. Taxes range from $5,048 in Cumberland County to $10,001 in Union County.
State Average vs National Average
Median Annual Tax
$8,512
+343% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$402,957
+90% vs US avg
Effective Tax Rate
2.21%
+133% vs US avg
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All Counties in New Jersey (21)
| County | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic County | $6,749 | 2.47% |
| Bergen County | $10,001 | 1.69% |
| Burlington County | $7,902 | 2.42% |
| Camden County | $8,063 | 3.08% |
| Cape May County | $5,233 | 1.32% |
| Cumberland County | $5,048 | 2.46% |
| Essex County | $10,001 | 2.02% |
| Gloucester County | $7,964 | 2.81% |
| Hudson County | $9,413 | 1.85% |
| Hunterdon County | $10,001 | 2.01% |
| Mercer County | $8,804 | 2.51% |
| Middlesex County | $9,684 | 2.20% |
| Monmouth County | $10,001 | 1.77% |
| Morris County | $10,001 | 1.80% |
| Ocean County | $6,499 | 1.77% |
| Passaic County | $10,001 | 2.28% |
| Salem County | $6,757 | 3.03% |
| Somerset County | $10,001 | 1.91% |
| Sussex County | $8,462 | 2.47% |
| Union County | $10,001 | 2.05% |
| Warren County | $8,156 | 2.52% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in New Jersey? ▼
The average median property tax paid in New Jersey is $8,512 per year, based on ACS 2023 data. The average effective tax rate is 2.21%.
How does New Jersey compare to the national average? ▼
New Jersey property taxes are 343% above the national average. Homeowners here pay a median of $8,512 per year compared to $1,923 nationally.
Which county in New Jersey has the lowest property taxes? ▼
Cumberland County has the lowest median property tax in New Jersey at $5,048 per year with an effective rate of 2.46%. The highest is Union County at $10,001.
How are property taxes calculated? ▼
Property taxes are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of a property by the local tax rate (mill rate). Rates vary by county, city, and school district. The effective tax rate shown here is the median tax paid divided by the median home value, which provides a standardized comparison across counties.