New Jersey Property Tax Rates 2026
Compare property tax rates across all 21 counties in New Jersey. The state average effective rate is 2.08% with a median annual tax bill of $8,559.
2026 Property Tax by County in New Jersey
| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax / Yr | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atlantic County | 2.30% | $6,776 | $295,000 |
| 2 | Bergen County | 1.61% | $10,001 | $623,000 |
| 3 | Burlington County | 2.26% | $7,983 | $354,000 |
| 4 | Camden County | 2.83% | $8,134 | $287,100 |
| 5 | Cape May County | 1.22% | $5,306 | $434,600 |
| 6 | Cumberland County | 2.28% | $5,052 | $221,400 |
| 7 | Essex County | 1.91% | $10,001 | $524,100 |
| 8 | Gloucester County | 2.60% | $8,055 | $310,400 |
| 9 | Hudson County | 1.77% | $9,555 | $539,700 |
| 10 | Hunterdon County | 1.93% | $10,001 | $517,200 |
| 11 | Mercer County | 2.36% | $8,909 | $377,700 |
| 12 | Middlesex County | 2.10% | $9,712 | $462,900 |
| 13 | Monmouth County | 1.65% | $10,001 | $606,100 |
| 14 | Morris County | 1.72% | $10,001 | $582,500 |
| 15 | Ocean County | 1.65% | $6,562 | $398,400 |
| 16 | Passaic County | 2.18% | $10,001 | $459,500 |
| 17 | Salem County | 2.93% | $7,018 | $239,500 |
| 18 | Somerset County | 1.81% | $10,001 | $552,100 |
| 19 | Sussex County | 2.32% | $8,568 | $369,400 |
| 20 | Union County | 1.89% | $10,001 | $529,200 |
| 21 | Warren County | 2.34% | $8,119 | $346,500 |
About New Jersey Property Taxes
New Jersey has 21 counties, each with its own property tax rate set by local taxing authorities. The state's average effective rate of 2.08% is above the national average of 0.92%.
Use our property tax calculator to estimate your annual tax bill based on your specific home value and county.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax rate in New Jersey?
The average effective property tax rate in New Jersey is 2.08%, based on the median property tax paid divided by median home value across all 21 counties.
Which county in New Jersey has the lowest property tax?
The lowest effective rate in New Jersey is in Cape May County at 1.22%.
Which county has the highest property tax in New Jersey?
The highest effective rate is in Salem County at 2.93%.
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. Variables: B25103 (Median Real Estate Taxes Paid), B25077 (Median Home Value). Public domain. Effective rate = median tax ÷ median home value × 100.