New Jersey has the highest property tax rate in the nation at 2.47%, combined with high home prices driven by proximity to New York City. Monthly housing costs here are consistently among the highest in the US.
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New Jersey property taxes
NJ property taxes are set by each municipality. Bergen, Essex, and Morris counties often see annual tax bills exceeding $12,000 on average-priced homes.
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