Middlesex County, New Jersey Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Jersey. Population: 193,963.
The median annual property tax in Middlesex County is $9,684, which is 14% higher than the New Jersey state average and 404% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.20% on a median home value of $439,300. Property taxes represent 8.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$9,684
+14% vs State
+404% vs US
Median Home Value
$439,300
+9% vs State
+108% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.20%
+0% vs State
+132% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$9,783
$815/mo
Without Mortgage
$9,489
$791/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 | $9,684 +2.7% | 2.20% |
| 2022 | $9,428 +6.7% | 2.29% |
| 2021 | $8,840 +3.9% | 2.44% |
| 2020 | $8,509 +2.0% | 2.42% |
| 2019 | $8,341 | 2.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
8.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$109,028
per year
Monthly Tax
$807
per month
Other Counties in New Jersey
Hunterdon County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.01%
Hudson County
Tax: $9,413/yr Rate: 1.85%
Morris County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.80%
Monmouth County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 1.77%
Essex County
Tax: $10,001/yr Rate: 2.02%
Cape May County
Tax: $5,233/yr Rate: 1.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Middlesex County, New Jersey? ▼
The median annual property tax in Middlesex County is $9,684 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.20% on a median home value of $439,300.
How does Middlesex County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Middlesex County are 404% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.20% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Middlesex County? ▼
In Middlesex County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $9,783 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $9,489. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Middlesex County? ▼
Property taxes in Middlesex County represent approximately 8.9% of the median household income of $109,028. 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.