Rahway Property Tax Rate

Union County, New Jersey

2.73%effective rate

Rahway is located in Union County, New Jersey. Homeowners in Rahway pay a median of $9,896 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $362,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 2.73%. This is 44% higher than the Union County average of 1.89%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

2.73%

vs 1.89% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$9,896

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$362,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

29,748

Rahway, NJ

How Rahway Compares

Rahway
2.73%
Union County Average
1.89%
New Jersey Average
2.11%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Union County

Compare property tax rates for 5 cities in Union County, New Jersey.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Rahway$9,8962.73%
Plainfield$10,0012.61%
Linden$10,0012.58%
Elizabeth$10,0012.54%
Westfield$10,0011.07%

About Property Taxes in Rahway

Property taxes in Rahway are collected by Union County. Tax exemptions available to Union County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Rahway. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Union County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$8,190

$683/month · Rate: 2.73%

Union County Property Taxes

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New Jersey Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.