Fort Lee Property Tax Rate
Bergen County, New Jersey
Fort Lee is located in Bergen County, New Jersey. Homeowners in Fort Lee pay a median of $8,899 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $422,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.11%. This is 31% higher than the Bergen County average of 1.61%.
2.11%
vs 1.61% county avg
$8,899
Per year
$422,200
2024 estimate
39,818
Fort Lee, NJ
How Fort Lee Compares
Cities in Bergen County
Compare property tax rates for 10 cities in Bergen County, New Jersey.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hackensack | $9,633 | 2.60% |
| Lodi | $10,001 | 2.23% |
| Bergenfield | $10,001 | 2.13% |
| Fort Lee | $8,899 | 2.11% |
| Garfield | $9,255 | 2.04% |
| Englewood | $10,001 | 2.01% |
| Fair Lawn | $10,001 | 1.88% |
| Cliffside Park | $10,001 | 1.73% |
| Paramus | $10,001 | 1.36% |
| Ridgewood | $10,001 | 1.13% |
About Property Taxes in Fort Lee
Property taxes in Fort Lee are collected by Bergen County. Tax exemptions available to Bergen County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Fort Lee. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Bergen County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$6,330
$528/month · Rate: 2.11%
Bergen County Property Taxes
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Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.