Burlington County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 133,325.
The median annual property tax in Burlington County is $7,902, which is 7% lower than the New Jersey state average and 311% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.42% on a median home value of $326,700. Property taxes represent 7.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$7,902
-7% vs State
+311% vs US
Median Home Value
$326,700
-19% vs State
+54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.42%
+10% vs State
+155% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$8,112
$676/mo
Without Mortgage
$7,487
$624/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,902 +1.3% | 2.42% |
| 2022 | $7,802 +6.5% | 2.56% |
| 2021 | $7,329 +4.7% | 2.71% |
| 2020 | $7,000 +1.5% | 2.70% |
| 2019 | $6,896 | 2.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$105,271
per year
Monthly Tax
$659
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
Essex County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.02%
Warren County
Tax: $8,156/yr Rate: 2.52%
Sussex County
Tax: $8,462/yr Rate: 2.47%
Hunterdon County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.01%
Morris County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.80%
Camden County
Tax: $8,063/yr Rate: 3.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Burlington County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Burlington County is $7,902 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.42% on a median home value of $326,700.
How does Burlington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Burlington County are 311% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.42% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Burlington County? ▼
In Burlington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $8,112 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $7,487. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Burlington County? ▼
Property taxes in Burlington County represent approximately 7.5% of the median household income of $105,271. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.