Homeowners across New Jersey face even higher property tax bills in 2026, even as Stay NJ, ANCHOR and Senior Freeze programs provide relief.

New Jersey’s property taxes are consistently ranked as the highest in the country, with the average bill climbing to nearly $10,100 in 2024, according to the state Department of Community Affairs. New ...

Property taxes primarily fund local services like schools, police, and road construction. Towns with more businesses or higher-valued homes can set lower tax rates. Tax-exempt properties, such as ...

New Jersey enters the 2026 tax year with a record-setting baseline and no signs of retreat. The statewide average property tax bill is now firmly above $10,000, and figures of more than $13,000 are ...