Burlington County continues to have the lowest average county tax bill in New Jersey, according to the latest New Jersey Department of Community Affairs data.
“Responsible government means being good stewards with the tax dollars entrusted to us and this property tax data demonstrates, once again, that we keep a close watch on our county finances and make sure funds are used efficiently and to the greatest effect,” said Burlington County Commissioner Director Felicia Hopson. “Our stewardship ensures Burlington County remains affordable as we continue to provide critical services and programs that residents need and that make living here so desirable.”
Released earlier this month, the DCA data shows the county portion of the tax bill for a home assessed at the county average of $240,040 was $1,034 in 2022, which was the lowest among New Jersey’s 21 counties.
The next lowest was Morris County with an average county tax of $1,278, and the average across the entire state was $1,674.
Burlington County also had the lowest average county tax in 2019, 2020 and 2021, according to DCA data.
County taxes made up 14.2 percent of the total tax bill in 2022, which was the exact same percentage as 2021. School taxes amounted for 64.6 percent of the total tax bill and municipal taxes accounted for 21.2 percent.
The average total property tax bill in Burlington County last year, which includes county taxes and all school and municipal taxes, was $7,270.
In addition to the DCA data, Moody’s Investors Services has repeatedly pointed to Burlington County’s budgeting, cost controls and “strong financial management” in reports maintaining the county’s strong credit rating.
Among the county’s recent financial successes, the Burlington County Department of Finance successfully moved to a paperless electronic procurement system for purchases and bidding. The change is expected to improve efficiency and save the county hundreds of thousands of dollars annually.
Prudent fiscal management also allowed Burlington County to keep health insurance premiums flat for 2023, sparing thousands of county employees from facing large increases like those enrolled in the State Health Benefits Program.
“Affordability is one of our core values, along with protecting public safety and public health and enhancing quality of life,” said Burlington County Commissioner Deputy Director Tom Pullion. “This data reflects the dedication and hard work of our county employees, along with the teamwork and partnerships we’ve created with all levels of government and local businesses and nonprofits. We’re proud of our success and we’re committed to continuing it.”
State Senator Troy Singleton applauded the county’s fiscal stewardship and success.
“New Jersey needs smart, effective government at all levels, so it’s heartening to see Burlington County continue to prioritize affordability and deliver quality services residents want and need without overburdening them with high taxes,” Singleton said.
