New Jersey Property Tax Rates

Property tax rates by county and municipality (as of 2024)

New Jersey property tax rates vary by county and municipality due to differences in local budgets, school funding, and assessment practices. Rates below are labeled by year and intended for planning and comparison only—verify details with local assessors.

Select a county to view its average rate and available municipal rates.

Note: These rates are estimates based on available data. Actual rates may vary. Always verify with your local tax assessor for official rates.

FAQ

What does an effective property tax rate mean?
An effective property tax rate is a percentage-based measure used for comparison across places. Your actual bill depends on assessment, exemptions, and local levies.
Why do rates differ across municipalities in the same county?
Municipal, school, and special district budgets differ, and assessments and levy needs vary by locality.
Are these rates official?
They are based on publicly available sources and labeled by year, but this site provides planning estimates only—verify locally.

Sources

Sources: New Jersey Division of Taxation (municipal/county tax rate publications), U.S. Census Bureau (where noted).