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Hunterdon County, New Jersey

71 Main Street
PO Box 2900
Flemington, New Jersey 08822

Tel: 908-788-1102
Fax: 908-782-4068

County Website: Hunterdon county
Assessor Website: Hunterdon county assessor

Hunterdon County Property Assessment Adjustment Instructions

Gather all necessary documents, such as proof of ownership, recent property appraisals, and any relevant information about the property.
Visit the Hunterdon County Board of Taxation website (https://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/taxboard/) to find the forms and instructions for filing an appeal.
Fill out the appropriate forms and submit them to the Hunterdon County Board of Taxation, along with any supporting documentation.
Attend the hearing before the Board of Taxation, where you will have the opportunity to present your case and argue that your property taxes should be lowered.
The Board of Taxation will make a decision on your appeal and notify you of their determination.
If you are not satisfied with the decision of the Board of Taxation, you may have the option to appeal to the New Jersey Tax Court (https://www.judiciary.state.nj.us/tax/)
You may also consider hiring a property tax attorney (https://www.avvo.com/property-tax-lawyer/nj) to help you navigate the appeals process and represent you in court.

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Here's how to lower your property taxes in Hunterdon county

Contact the county assessor

Contact the Hunterdon county tax assessor's office and ask for a review of the property's value. Visit the Hunterdon county assessor's website to find the phone number to call. If the assessor determines that your property is worth less than the value on which your taxes are based, your property taxes may be lowered.

Tax exemptions

Start by finding what your tax bill is. Typically you will find your tax bill information on your mortgage statement. Look for tax exemptions or credits that you may be eligible for. Many states and localities offer exemptions or credits for homeowners who meet certain criteria, information such as being over a certain age or having a low income. Hunterdon county may have these types of exemptions available for homeowners. These exemptions and credits can lower the property tax you owe.

Appeal tax assessment

Appeal the property tax assessment. If you believe that your property's value has been overestimated, you can typically appeal the assessment to your Hunterdon county tax assessor's office. This is part of the services that your assessor's office provides. You will need to provide evidence to support your claim, such as a recent appraisal or sales data for comparable properties and homes in your area. Usually, you will meet with the Board of Equalization. If your appeal is successful, your property taxes may be lowered.

Challenge the tax rate

Consider challenging the tax rate. In some cases, the amount of property taxes you owe is not based on the value of your property, but on the tax rate set by your local government. If you believe that the tax rate is too high, you can contact your Hunterdon county government and ask them to consider reducing it.

Property Tax Rules

Stay up-to-date on your property's value and property tax rules. For the purpose of lowering your Hunterdon county property tax, property value is the assessed property value and not the market property value. Assessed property value is used for taxation purposes while market property value is what a buyer and seller would likely agree on. Typically the assessed value is lower than the market value. Your property's value can change over time due to a variety of factors, such as changes in the local real estate market or improvements you make to your property. To ensure that your property taxes are accurate and fair, it is important to stay informed about your property's value and contact Hunterdon county local tax assessor's office if you believe there has been a significant change.

Keep in mind that property tax laws and regulations can vary, so it is important to consult with your Hunterdon county New Jersey tax assessor's office for specific information about how to reduce your property taxes.

About Hunterdon County

Homes in Hunterdon county have a median home value of $418,647.

Hunterdon county home values are ranked 5 out of 21 counties in the state of New Jersey for median home price. The average median home value in New Jersey is $308,604. Cumberland county has the lowest median price at $165,784. Bergen county has the highest median price at $477,142.

Compared to the rest of the United States, Hunterdon county homes have a median home value that is above the national median value of $130,626 by ~220%.

New Jersey Median Home Values by County

The median household income in Hunterdon county is $117,858.

Compared to the state of New Jersey and the United States, Hunterdon county's median household income is higher than the state of New Jersey's average median household income of $85,182 and the United States average median household income of $54,172.

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Hunterdon county's population has grown from 107,852 in 1990 to 128,947 in 2020, an increase of 20% over that time frame.

For comparison, the state of New Jersey's population has grown from 7,747,750 in 1990 to 9,288,994 in 2020, an increase of 20% over that time frame.

In the United States, the population has grown from 248,790,925 in 1990 to 331,449,281 in 2020, an increase of 33% over that time frame.

Hunterdon county's population change from 1990 to 2020 is less than the population change for New Jersey and the United States.

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Hunterdon County New Jersey Cities

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Hunterdon County New Jersey Zipcodes

07830 / 07979 / 08530 / 08551 / 08559 / 08801 / 08802 / 08804 / 08809 / 08822 / 08825 / 08826 / 08827 / 08829 / 08833 / 08848 / 08858 / 08867 / 08887 / 08889 /

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