Yes—property taxes in New Brunswick are indeed high compared to national averages, but they're actually on the lower end for New Jersey. The effective rate here is 2.49% (per Ownwell's latest 2025 data), well above the U.S. median of 1.02% but below the statewide NJ average of around 2.33%-2.82%.
On a typical $440,000 median sale price home (recent December 2025 transactions averaging $440K-$460K), that translates to roughly $11,000 annually—a significant chunk of ownership costs, but often offset by strong local services like top-rated schools, Rutgers proximity, and biotech-driven amenities.
Why the perception of "high"? NJ ranks #1 nationally for property taxes, funding 60%+ of local budgets (schools, police, infrastructure). In Middlesex County, New Brunswick's average bill is among the lowest (~$6,893-$8,400 median across varying assessments), thanks to urban density and exemptions.
Compared to neighbors (e.g., East Brunswick higher rates), New Brunswick is manageable when factoring total affordability and appreciation.
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