Essex County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 141,377.
The median annual property tax in Essex County is $10,001, which is 17% higher than the New Jersey state average and 420% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.02% on a median home value of $494,400. Property taxes represent 13.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$10,001
+17% vs State
+420% vs US
Median Home Value
$494,400
+23% vs State
+134% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.02%
-9% vs State
+113% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$10,001
$833/mo
Without Mortgage
$10,001
$833/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 | $10,001 +0.0% | 2.02% |
| 2022 | $10,001 +0.0% | 2.14% |
| 2021 | $10,001 +0.0% | 2.42% |
| 2020 | $10,001 +0.0% | 2.53% |
| 2019 | $10,001 | 2.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
13.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,712
per year
Monthly Tax
$833
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
Mercer County
Tax: $8,804/yr Rate: 2.51%
Camden County
Tax: $8,063/yr Rate: 3.08%
Hudson County
Tax: $9,413/yr Rate: 1.85%
Burlington County
Tax: $7,902/yr Rate: 2.42%
Cape May County
Tax: $5,233/yr Rate: 1.32%
Cumberland County
Tax: $5,048/yr Rate: 2.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Essex County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Essex County is $10,001 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.02% on a median home value of $494,400.
How does Essex County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Essex County are 420% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.02% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Essex County? ▼
In Essex County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $10,001 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $10,001. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Essex County? ▼
Property taxes in Essex County represent approximately 13.0% of the median household income of $76,712. 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.