10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in New Jersey
If you are comparing property taxes across New Jersey, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Camden County, comes in at 3.08% — 0.84% higher than the New Jersey average (2.23%). The statewide effective rate is 2.23%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Camden County | 3.08% | $8,063 | $262,200 |
| 2 | Salem County | 3.03% | $6,757 | $223,000 |
| 3 | Gloucester County | 2.81% | $7,964 | $283,500 |
| 4 | Warren County | 2.52% | $8,156 | $323,100 |
| 5 | Mercer County | 2.51% | $8,804 | $351,000 |
| 6 | Atlantic County | 2.47% | $6,749 | $272,700 |
| 7 | Sussex County | 2.47% | $8,462 | $342,800 |
| 8 | Cumberland County | 2.46% | $5,048 | $205,600 |
| 9 | Burlington County | 2.42% | $7,902 | $326,700 |
| 10 | Passaic County | 2.28% | $10,001 | $439,400 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in New Jersey often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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