Hunterdon County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 42,670.
The median annual property tax in Hunterdon 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 2.01% on a median home value of $498,800. Property taxes represent 7.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$10,001
+17% vs State
+420% vs US
Median Home Value
$498,800
+24% vs State
+136% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.01%
-9% vs State
+112% 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% | 2.01% |
| 2022 | $10,001 +0.0% | 2.09% |
| 2021 | $10,001 +0.6% | 2.32% |
| 2020 | $9,939 +2.9% | 2.37% |
| 2019 | $9,662 | 2.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$139,453
per year
Monthly Tax
$833
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
Morris County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.80%
Monmouth County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.77%
Gloucester County
Tax: $7,964/yr Rate: 2.81%
Ocean County
Tax: $6,499/yr Rate: 1.77%
Mercer County
Tax: $8,804/yr Rate: 2.51%
Sussex County
Tax: $8,462/yr Rate: 2.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hunterdon County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hunterdon County is $10,001 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.01% on a median home value of $498,800.
How does Hunterdon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hunterdon County are 420% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.01% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hunterdon County? ▼
In Hunterdon 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 Hunterdon County? ▼
Property taxes in Hunterdon County represent approximately 7.2% of the median household income of $139,453. 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.