New Jersey Property Tax Rates by County (2026)
Compare effective property tax rates across 21 New Jersey counties. Homeowners who believe their property is over-assessed can appeal their assessment. The deadline to appeal is April 1 or May 1.
Effective Tax Rate
2.20%
Higher than the national median of 1.02%
Median Home Value
$395,000
Median Annual Tax Bill
$8,804
How Are Property Taxes Calculated in New Jersey?
Property taxes in New Jersey are based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by local tax rates set by school districts, municipalities, and other taxing authorities. The median effective tax rate across New Jersey counties is 2.20%, which is above the national median of 1.02%.
If you believe your property's assessed value is too high, you have the right to appeal the assessment. TaxDrop handles the entire process — you only pay if we save you $500 or more.
All 21 New Jersey Counties
| County | Eff. Tax Rate | Median Home Value | Median Annual Tax Bill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic County → | 2.47% | $272,700 | $6,749 |
| Bergen County → | 1.69% | $593,200 | $10,001 |
| Burlington County → | 2.42% | $326,700 | $7,902 |
| Camden County → | 3.08% | $262,200 | $8,063 |
| Cape May County → | 1.32% | $395,000 | $5,233 |
| Cumberland County → | 2.46% | $205,600 | $5,048 |
| Essex County → | 2.02% | $494,400 | $10,001 |
| Gloucester County → | 2.81% | $283,500 | $7,964 |
| Hudson County → | 1.85% | $508,600 | $9,413 |
| Hunterdon County → | 2.01% | $498,800 | $10,001 |
| Mercer County → | 2.51% | $351,000 | $8,804 |
| Middlesex County → | 2.20% | $439,300 | $9,684 |
| Monmouth County → | 1.77% | $566,500 | $10,001 |
| Morris County → | 1.80% | $557,000 | $10,001 |
| Ocean County → | 1.77% | $366,600 | $6,499 |
| Passaic County → | 2.28% | $439,400 | $10,001 |
| Salem County → | 3.03% | $223,000 | $6,757 |
| Somerset County → | 1.91% | $523,900 | $10,001 |
| Sussex County → | 2.47% | $342,800 | $8,462 |
| Union County → | 2.05% | $488,800 | $10,001 |
| Warren County → | 2.52% | $323,100 | $8,156 |
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Key Highlights
Highest Tax Rate
3.08%
Camden County
Lowest Tax Rate
1.32%
Cape May County
Highest Tax Bill
$10,001
Union County
Lowest Tax Bill
$5,048
Cumberland County
Think your property is over-assessed?
TaxDrop helps New Jersey homeowners appeal their property tax assessment. You pay nothing unless we save you $500 or more.
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Filing a property tax appeal in New Jersey is your legal right. Here is the basic process:
- Review your annual assessment notice from your local assessor.
- File your appeal before the deadline (April 1 or May 1).
- Gather evidence: recent comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, and any independent appraisals.
- Attend a hearing or submit your evidence for review.
- Receive a decision on your assessed value.
TaxDrop handles this entire process for you. Our experts analyze your property, build your case, and represent you. You only pay if we save you $500 or more.
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30-60% of properties are over-assessed, but only 5% of homeowners challenge their bill. TaxDrop makes it easy to fight back. No upfront cost. No fee if we save you less than $500.
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