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Sussex County

Sussex County, New Jersey

Effective Tax Rate

2.47%

Median Annual Tax

$8,462

How Sussex County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Sussex County$8,462
New Jersey State Average$8,512
National Average$1,924

Sussex County

2.47%

Effective rate

New Jersey Avg

2.11%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$8,546

per year

Without Mortgage

$8,285

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$8,462

Monthly Escrow

$705

Effective Rate

2.47%

vs. New Jersey State Average▼ 0.6% below
vs. National Average▲ 214.6% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Sussex County, New Jersey?
The effective property tax rate in Sussex County, New Jersey is 2.47%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Sussex County?
The median annual property tax payment in Sussex County is $8,462. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $8,546, while those without a mortgage pay $8,285.
How does Sussex County compare to the New Jersey average?
Sussex County's effective tax rate of 2.47% is higher than the New Jersey state average of 2.11%. The median annual property tax in Sussex County is $8,462, compared to the state average of $8,512.
What is the median home value in Sussex County, New Jersey?
The median home value in Sussex County, New Jersey is $342,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in New Jersey?
Property taxes in New Jersey are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Atlantic County(NJ)

Rate2.47%
Median Tax$6,749

Cumberland County(NJ)

Rate2.46%
Median Tax$5,048

Mercer County(NJ)

Rate2.51%
Median Tax$8,804

Burlington County(NJ)

Rate2.42%
Median Tax$7,902
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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