Gloucester County, NJ Property Tax: $7,964/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Gloucester County is 2.81% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $283,500, that works out to about $7,966 per year, or $664 per month. Gloucester County is located in southwestern New Jersey, and is home to approximately 304,504 residents.
About Gloucester County
Gloucester County covers approximately 322.0 square miles in New Jersey. The county is home to about 304,504 residents living in roughly 117,530 housing units, of which 75.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $102,807, and the median home was built in 1979.
Gloucester County borders New Castle County, Atlantic County, Camden County, Cumberland County, Salem County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in New Jersey
Property taxes in New Jersey are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in New Jersey offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Gloucester County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Gloucester County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester County, NJ | 2.81% | $283,500 | $7,966 |
| New Jersey state average | 2.21% | — | $6,265* |
| New Castle County | 0.74% | $329,800 | $2,444 |
| Atlantic County | 2.47% | $272,700 | $6,749 |
| Camden County | 3.08% | $262,200 | $8,063 |
| Cumberland County | 2.46% | $205,600 | $5,048 |
| Salem County | 3.03% | $223,000 | $6,757 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Gloucester County's median home value of $283,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Gloucester County's property tax rate compare to the rest of New Jersey?
At 2.81%, Gloucester County is higher than the New Jersey state average of 2.21%. On a home at the county median of $283,500, that means about $7,966 per year — versus $6,265 at the state average rate, a difference of $1,701 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Gloucester County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Gloucester County?
For a home at the county median value of $283,500, the annual property tax in Gloucester County is approximately $7,966 — or about $664 per month. For a home worth $425,250, expect around $11,950 per year. For a $567,000 home, approximately $15,933 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Gloucester County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Gloucester County are handled by the Gloucester County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Gloucester County?
New Jersey counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 2.81% shown here. Contact the Gloucester County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File