Union County

Union County, New Jersey

Effective Tax Rate

2.05%

Median Annual Tax

$10,001

How Union County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Union County$10,001

New Jersey State Average$8,512

National Average$1,924

Union County

2.05%

Effective rate

New Jersey Avg

2.11%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$10,001

per year

Without Mortgage

$10,001

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$10,001

Monthly Escrow

$833

Effective Rate

2.05%

vs. New Jersey State Average▲ 17.5% above

vs. National Average▲ 271.8% above

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Union County, New Jersey?

The effective property tax rate in Union County, New Jersey is 2.05%. 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 Union County?

The median annual property tax payment in Union County is $10,001. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $10,001, while those without a mortgage pay $10,001.

How does Union County compare to the New Jersey average?

Union County's effective tax rate of 2.05% is lower than the New Jersey state average of 2.11%. The median annual property tax in Union County is $10,001, compared to the state average of $8,512.

What is the median home value in Union County, New Jersey?

The median home value in Union County, New Jersey is $488,800, 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.

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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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