08215 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 08215 (Egg Harbor City, New Jersey) pay a median of $6,685/year in property taxes on homes valued at $266,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 2.51%, which is 23% above the New Jersey state average of 2.04%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 08215 is approximately $557, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Atlantic County. This is $1,912 less than the New Jersey average of $8,597/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New Jersey, 08215 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 07885 (2.51%) and 08061 (2.51%).

In Egg Harbor City, property taxes represent approximately 7.9% of the median household income of $84,630, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

New Jersey has no statewide property tax cap; Atlantic County assessments are set locally and reassess at fair market value upon sale with unrestricted annual growth potential. The Homestead Benefit Program provides property tax credits for households earning ≤$150,000 (or ≤$75,000 for seniors and disabled homeowners) on primary residences — file your application with the Atlantic County Tax Board by June 1 each year. Register with the Atlantic County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to document principal residence status and lock in your initial assessment.