New Jersey Property Tax Rate
21 Counties
New Jersey has an effective property tax rate of 2.11%, ranking it #1 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in New Jersey pays $9,590 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $454,400. This rate is 129% higher than the national average of 0.92%.
2.11%
#1 of 50 states
$9,590
Per year
$454,400
2024 estimate
21
Population: 9,343,809
Property Tax Rates by County in New Jersey
| Rank ▲ | County | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Salem County | 2.93% |
| #2 | Camden County | 2.83% |
| #3 | Gloucester County | 2.60% |
| #4 | Mercer County | 2.36% |
| #5 | Warren County | 2.34% |
| #6 | Sussex County | 2.32% |
| #7 | Atlantic County | 2.30% |
| #8 | Cumberland County | 2.28% |
| #9 | Burlington County | 2.26% |
| #10 | Passaic County | 2.18% |
| #11 | Middlesex County | 2.10% |
| #12 | Hunterdon County | 1.93% |
| #13 | Essex County | 1.91% |
| #14 | Union County | 1.89% |
| #15 | Somerset County | 1.81% |
| #16 | Hudson County | 1.77% |
| #17 | Morris County | 1.72% |
| #18 | Monmouth County | 1.65% |
| #19 | Ocean County | 1.65% |
| #20 | Bergen County | 1.61% |
How New Jersey Compares
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$6,330
$528/month · Rate: 2.11%
Home Value
$300,000
Taxable Value
$300,000
Effective Rate
2.11%
New Jersey Property Tax Exemptions
Homestead Benefit
Average benefit approximately $250 (varies based on income and residence)
Homeowners with income under $150,000 who owned and occupied by October 1
Senior Freeze (PTR)
Reimbursement of property tax increases above base year amount
Homeowners age 65+ or disabled with income under $99,735 (for 2022 base year); must have lived in NJ 10+ years
Veteran Deduction
$250 annual deduction from property taxes
Honorably discharged veterans who served during wartime; active-duty service during certain periods
Disabled Veteran
100% exemption from property taxes
Veterans with 100% permanent and total service-connected disability
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
When Are Property Taxes Due in New Jersey?
New Jersey sets property tax due dates by statute statewide: bills are payable in four quarterly installments due February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1. A standard 10-day grace period applies, so payment received by the 10th of the due month is on time.
Q1
February 1
Q2
May 1
Q3
August 1
Q4
November 1
If you pay late: After the 10-day grace period, taxes are delinquent with interest retroactive to the due date at 8% on the first $1,500 of delinquency and 18% on any amount above that (N.J.S.A. 54:4-66/54:4-67).
See how New Jersey compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.