Essex County, NJ Property Tax Calculator
Average Residential Tax Bill (2024): $13,615
Essex County property taxes vary significantly by municipality, driven by differences in local budgets and school tax contributions.
If you're comparing homes across Essex towns, a consistent estimation tool can make "true monthly cost" easier to evaluate.
According to the NJ Division of Taxation's 2024 Average Residential Tax Report, Essex County's average residential tax bill was approximately $13,615, making it one of the highest-tax counties in New Jersey.
Use the calculator below to estimate annual and monthly property taxes using county/town rate assumptions from NJ tax data tables (general and effective tax rate reporting is published by the NJ Division of Taxation).
For best results, select a specific municipality when available—neighboring towns can produce very different estimates even with the same home value.
Estimates only; confirm with local assessor.
For details on data sources and how estimates are calculated, see our methodology.
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Towns in Essex County
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Average Residential Property Tax Trend in Essex County
Planning context only — historical averages for comparison. Actual tax bills vary by municipality and exemptions.
Latest
$13,615 (2024)
Year-over-Year Change
+$332 (+2.5%) from 2023
5-Year Change
+$932 (+7.3%) from 2021
Data reflects county-wide averages and may not represent individual municipality tax bills. Years shown are tax years as reported by the NJ Division of Taxation.
Learn more about how estimates are calculated in our methodology.
Related Resources
Essex County Property Tax FAQ
Common questions about property taxes in this county
Property taxes in Essex County are calculated based on your property's assessed value multiplied by the county's effective tax rate. The rate includes county, municipal, school district, and other local tax components. Our calculator uses current Essex County tax rates to provide accurate estimates.