Property Tax by County in New Jersey (2026)
Compare effective property tax rates, median home values, and annual tax bills for every county in New Jersey.
Last reviewed:
State Avg Rate
2.21%
effective rate
Counties
21
in dataset
Highest Rate
3.08%
Camden
Lowest Rate
1.32%
Cape May
All Counties in New Jersey
| County | Effective Rate | Median Home | Avg Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic County | 2.47% | $273K | $6,749 |
| Bergen County | 1.69% | $593K | $10,001 |
| Burlington County | 2.42% | $327K | $7,902 |
| Camden County | 3.08% | $262K | $8,063 |
| Cape May County | 1.32% | $395K | $5,233 |
| Cumberland County | 2.46% | $206K | $5,048 |
| Essex County | 2.02% | $494K | $10,001 |
| Gloucester County | 2.81% | $284K | $7,964 |
| Hudson County | 1.85% | $509K | $9,413 |
| Hunterdon County | 2.01% | $499K | $10,001 |
| Mercer County | 2.51% | $351K | $8,804 |
| Middlesex County | 2.20% | $439K | $9,684 |
| Monmouth County | 1.77% | $566K | $10,001 |
| Morris County | 1.80% | $557K | $10,001 |
| Ocean County | 1.77% | $367K | $6,499 |
| Passaic County | 2.28% | $439K | $10,001 |
| Salem County | 3.03% | $223K | $6,757 |
| Somerset County | 1.91% | $524K | $10,001 |
| Sussex County | 2.47% | $343K | $8,462 |
| Union County | 2.05% | $489K | $10,001 |
| Warren County | 2.52% | $323K | $8,156 |
Data: Effective rates are based on 2023 ACS 5-year estimates (median annual tax ÷ median home value). Rates reflect all local levies. Individual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions, and millage rates. Rates are color-coded vs. the New Jersey average of 2.21% — red = above, green = below.