Gloucester County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 88,794.
The median annual property tax in Gloucester County is $7,964, which is 6% lower than the New Jersey state average and 314% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.81% on a median home value of $283,500. Property taxes represent 7.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$7,964
-6% vs State
+314% vs US
Median Home Value
$283,500
-30% vs State
+34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.81%
+27% vs State
+196% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$8,147
$679/mo
Without Mortgage
$7,622
$635/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 | $7,964 +1.8% | 2.81% |
| 2022 | $7,821 +7.3% | 2.95% |
| 2021 | $7,292 +3.9% | 3.13% |
| 2020 | $7,019 +0.7% | 3.13% |
| 2019 | $6,970 | 3.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$102,807
per year
Monthly Tax
$664
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
Hudson County
Tax: $9,413/yr Rate: 1.85%
Middlesex County
Tax: $9,684/yr Rate: 2.20%
Cape May County
Tax: $5,233/yr Rate: 1.32%
Passaic County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.28%
Union County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.05%
Cumberland County
Tax: $5,048/yr Rate: 2.46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gloucester County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gloucester County is $7,964 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.81% on a median home value of $283,500.
How does Gloucester County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gloucester County are 314% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gloucester County? ▼
In Gloucester County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $8,147 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $7,622. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gloucester County? ▼
Property taxes in Gloucester County represent approximately 7.7% of the median household income of $102,807. 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.