08403 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 08403 (Longport, New Jersey) pay a median of $9,650/year in property taxes on homes valued at $1,040,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.93%, which is 55% below the New Jersey state average of 2.04%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 08403 is approximately $804, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Atlantic County. This is $1,053 more than the New Jersey average of $8,597/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in New Jersey, 08403 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 07711 (0.93%) and 07931 (0.92%).

In Longport, property taxes represent approximately 9.3% of the median household income of $103,295, 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.