The Tax Collector is responsible for the billing and collection of real estate taxes, delinquencies, and billing adjustments. Tax bills are mailed in July; payment is due quarterly on August 1, November , February 1, and May 1. Unless you are otherwise notified (see your tax bill or visit the 'latest news' on our home page), payment must reach our office by the 10th of each tax quarter. Payments received
after the 10th will be considered delinquent and subject to interest from the due date of the 1st. Taxes may be paid with cash, personal or certified checks, and money orders.

2024 tax rates: (2025 Tax Rates are not available yet)
1. Local Purpose = $0.217
2. School = $1.469
3. County = $1.359
4. County Open Space = $0.025
5. Municipal Open Space = $0.01
Total = $2.981

If you have questions regarding tax rates call the Tax Office during regular business hours or contact the individual taxing authority:
School Tax - Upper Pittsgrove School
County Tax - Salem County Tax Board
If you have questions about your property tax assessment contact the Tax Assessor.

Property Tax Relief Programs: The State of NJ offer the following Property Tax Relief Programs based on current law and subject to change:

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2024 NJ Property Tax Relief Application

(Form PAS-1)2024 Form PAS-1

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     Senior/Social Security Disability Recipient (Homeowners, Renters, and Mobile Home Owners)

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New in 2025 — Single Combined Application: The State of NJ has made it easier for seniors and those receiving Social Security Disability in New Jersey to apply for Property Tax Relief with a new, simplified process. The goal is to make the filing experience more straightforward and efficient. They have a single combined application for the Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement), ANCHOR, and Stay NJ programs for residents 65 and over, or those collecting Social Security Disability Benefits. They will determine your eligibility for you and send a letter with the specific benefits you qualify for.

 

Online Filing and printable applications are available now. The State will begin mailing application booklets in mid-March.

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Click here for more information about the State of NJ Property Tax Relief Programs

 

The deadline for the 2024 application is October 31, 2025.

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Veterans, Seniors, Disabled Citizens: A property tax deduction or exemption is available to eligible citizens. A $250 deduction is available for income qualified homeowners who are 65 years and older or disabled, and veterans or a surviving spouse of a veteran. Disabled veterans or surviving spouse may be entitled to full exemption from property taxes. Please call or visit during Tax Office business hours for forms, applications, and/or more information.

 

Links to more information about taxes:​

• Salem County: Salem County Tax Board

• NJ Association of County Tax Boards

• State of New Jersey - Taxation