When are property taxes due in Essex County, New Jersey?

Essex County property taxes are due February 1. A second installment is due August 1. This deadline applies to all counties in New Jersey.

What is the penalty for late property tax payment in Essex County, New Jersey?

The late payment penalty in Essex County is Interest accrues after grace period.

How do I pay Essex County, New Jersey property taxes?

You can pay Essex County property taxes via Online, mail, in-person.

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Essex County Property Tax Due Date

New Jersey

2026 Property Tax Due Dates

Installment 1

February 1

Q1 (quarterly billing)

Installment 2

August 1

Penalty: Interest accrues after grace periodGrace period: 10 days (until 10th of month)

Payment Methods

Online, Mail, In-Person

Essex County Treasurer

How to Pay

Online

Pay using credit card or e-check

By Mail

Mail check payable to Essex County Treasurer

In Person

Visit the Treasurer's office

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About Essex County

Essex County is located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of New Jersey, and is one of the centrally located counties in the New York metropolitan area. As of the 2020 census, the county was the state's second-most populous county, with a population of 863,728, its highest decennial count since the 1970 census and an increase of 79,759 (+10.2%) from the 2010 census count of 783,969.

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