Everyone who owns a home in Bergen County, New Jersey understands the weight of property taxes. They’re the annual reminder of the cost of living in one of New Jersey’s busiest and most desirable counties.
Property taxes remain one of the most discussed topics for Bergen County residents. With 70 municipalities, bills vary widely from town to town — and in 2025, accurate, up-to-date information is more important than ever. This mybergen.com guide brings together the latest official figures and resources, so whether you live in Ridgewood, Tenafly, Hackensack, or Teterboro, you can find your town’s average bill, links to 2025 rate tables, appeal deadlines, and relief program details.
Top 5 Highest and Lowest Tax Bills in Bergen County (as of 2024)
Highest 5
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Demarest — $24,741
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Tenafly — $23,837
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Alpine — $22,596
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Ridgewood — $20,375
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Haworth — $20,091
Lowest 5
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Teterboro — $1,937
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East Rutherford — $7,787
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Carlstadt — $8,763
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Moonachie — $8,990
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Garfield — $9,575
Bergen County Property Taxes: 2025 Town-by-Town Breakdown
Allendale
Average residential tax bill (2024): $17,309
Alpine
Average residential tax bill (2024): $22,596
Bergenfield
Average residential tax bill (2024): $11,853
Bogota
Average residential tax bill (2024): $11,503
Carlstadt
Average residential tax bill (2024): $8,763
Cliffside Park
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,403
Closter
Average residential tax bill (2024): $18,536
Cresskill
Average residential tax bill (2024): $19,265
Demarest
Average residential tax bill (2024): $24,741
Dumont
Average residential tax bill (2024): $12,556
Elmwood Park
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,278
East Rutherford
Average residential tax bill (2024): $7,787
Edgewater
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,327
Emerson
Average residential tax bill (2024): $14,767
Englewood
Average residential tax bill (2024): $14,476
Englewood Cliffs
Average residential tax bill (2024): $15,560
Fair Lawn
Average residential tax bill (2024): $11,996
Fairview
Average residential tax bill (2024): $11,184
Fort Lee
Average residential tax bill (2024): $12,506
Franklin Lakes
Average residential tax bill (2024): $19,385
Garfield
Average residential tax bill (2024): $9,575
Glen Rock
Average residential tax bill (2024): $19,303
Hackensack
Average residential tax bill (2024): $9,794
Harrington Park
Average residential tax bill (2024): $17,013
Hasbrouck Heights
Average residential tax bill (2024): $13,234
Haworth
Average residential tax bill (2024): $20,091
Hillsdale
Average residential tax bill (2024): $15,102
Ho-Ho-Kus
Average residential tax bill (2024): $18,938
Leonia
Average residential tax bill (2024): $15,015
Little Ferry
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,577
Lodi
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,818
Lyndhurst
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,688
Mahwah
Average residential tax bill (2024): $9,921
Maywood
Average residential tax bill (2024): $11,100
Midland Park
Average residential tax bill (2024): $14,028
Montvale
Average residential tax bill (2024): $13,609
Moonachie
Average residential tax bill (2024): $8,990
New Milford
Average residential tax bill (2024): $13,425
North Arlington
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,865
Northvale
Average residential tax bill (2024): $12,828
Norwood
Average residential tax bill (2024): $15,356
Oakland
Average residential tax bill (2024): $13,332
Old Tappan
Average residential tax bill (2024): $18,101
Oradell
Average residential tax bill (2024): $17,210
Palisades Park
Average residential tax bill (2024): $11,085
Paramus
Average residential tax bill (2024): $12,095
Park Ridge
Average residential tax bill (2024): $15,409
Ramsey
Average residential tax bill (2024): $15,094
Ridgefield
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,873
Ridgefield Park
Average residential tax bill (2024): $12,458
Ridgewood
Average residential tax bill (2024): $20,375
River Edge
Average residential tax bill (2024): $15,748
River Vale
Average residential tax bill (2024): $16,637
Rochelle Park
Average residential tax bill (2024): $9,462
Rockleigh
Average residential tax bill (2024): $13,606
Rutherford
Average residential tax bill (2024): $13,645
Saddle Brook
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,666
Saddle River
Average residential tax bill (2024): $19,655
South Hackensack
Average residential tax bill (2024): $11,167
Teaneck
Average residential tax bill (2024): $13,718
Tenafly
Average residential tax bill (2024): $23,837
Teterboro
Average residential tax bill (2024): $1,937
Upper Saddle River
Average residential tax bill (2024): $19,743
Waldwick
Average residential tax bill (2024): $12,463
Wallington
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,830
Washington Township
Average residential tax bill (2024): $13,050
Westwood
Average residential tax bill (2024): $11,502
Woodcliff Lake
Average residential tax bill (2024): $19,636
Wood-Ridge
Average residential tax bill (2024): $10,931
Wyckoff
Average residential tax bill (2024): $15,797
Appealing Your Assessment
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Deadline: April 1 (or May 1 in revaluation years).
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File with the Bergen County Board of Taxation.
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Appeals may be further pursued in the NJ Tax Court within 45 days.
Relief Programs
SALT Deduction Update (2025)
The federal SALT deduction cap rises to $40,000 starting with tax year 2025 (phased by income). Applies to federal returns only; consult a tax professional.
Municipal Directory
Find contact information for your local assessor and tax collector in the Bergen County Municipalities Directory.
Bergen County Property Tax FAQ
1. How do Bergen County property taxes compare to the rest of the nation?
Bergen County’s median property tax bill is about $11,253 per year, more than three times the U.S. median of $2,400. The effective tax rate is 2.73%, compared to the U.S. average of 1.02% (Ownwell).
2. What is the average property tax bill in Bergen County?
In 2024, the average residential property tax bill in Bergen County was $13,329, according to state data (NJ Division of Local Government Services, NJ Spotlight News).
3. Which Bergen County town has the highest property tax bills?
Demarest recorded the highest 2024 average residential tax bill at $24,741, followed closely by Tenafly ($23,837) and Alpine ($22,596) (NJ DCA/DLGS 2024 tables).
4. Which Bergen County town has the lowest property tax bills?
Teterboro had the lowest 2024 average at $1,937 — the lowest in the entire state — followed by East Rutherford ($7,787) and Carlstadt ($8,763) (NJ DCA/DLGS 2024 tables).
Important Notes on Accuracy & Sources
The property tax information provided on mybergen.com is based on the latest official data available from the New Jersey Division of Local Government Services (DLGS), the New Jersey Division of Taxation, and the Bergen County Board of Taxation. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, property tax figures, rates, and deadlines are subject to change and may vary by municipality or individual circumstances.
Mybergen.com does not provide legal, tax, or financial advice. Readers are encouraged to verify all information directly with their local tax assessor, the Bergen County Board of Taxation, or the New Jersey Division of Taxation before making financial or legal decisions. mybergen.com is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from the use of this information.
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