Property Taxes in Delaware, New Jersey
Median Delaware, New Jersey effective property tax rate: 3.90%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the New Jersey state median of 2.88%.
Median Delaware, New Jersey home value: $144,350
Median annual Delaware, New Jersey tax bill: $5,598, $3,198 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Warren calculated?
Property taxes in Delaware, New Jersey are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Delaware's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Delaware, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Delaware Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Delaware property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Delaware's median effective tax rate of 3.90% — based on actual property records in Warren County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessor uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Delaware's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Delaware: rates range from 3.90% in 07833 to 3.90% in 07833, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Delaware.
About Delaware Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Delaware, Warren, New Jersey
Delaware’s median effective property tax rate of 3.90% is higher than the New Jersey state median of 2.88% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Warren County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Delaware. Homeowners in the 07833 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 3.90%, while those in the lowest ZIP also pay 3.90%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Warren County. Understanding which part of Delaware you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Delaware homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before the April 1, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Delaware, Warren County, New Jersey
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Delaware's effective property tax rate to other cities in New Jersey and the median property tax rates in New Jersey and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Delaware Tax Rate
3.90%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Warren County Tax Rate
3.55%
Median Effective New Jersey Tax Rate
2.88%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Delaware, Warren County, New Jersey
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07833 | 3.88% | 3.90% | 3.90% | 3.90% | 3.90% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Delaware, Warren County, New Jersey
When examining property taxes in Delaware, New Jersey, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Warren County tax assessor estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Warren County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of January.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Delaware.
For example, the median home price in Delaware is $144,350, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 07833 has the highest median home price at $144,350.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Delaware, Warren County, New Jersey
Source: Ownwell
$144,350
$238,125
$331,900
Median Delaware Market Value
$144,350
Median Warren County Market Value
$206,900
Median New Jersey Market Value
$288,200
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Delaware, Warren County, New Jersey
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07833 | $129,850 | $134,750 | $144,350 | $158,600 | $186,250 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Delaware, Warren County, New Jersey
Delaware’s property tax bill is based on the assessed value of a home, not its market value, and the local tax rate set by the county and other taxing authorities. For homeowners in Warren County, the bill is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable tax rate, which means two homes with similar market prices can still face different bills if their assessments differ.
For a home with a median price of $144,350, property taxes can be a major part of the cost of ownership. The median tax bill in the area is $5,598, which is well above the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills in the area also vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $5,149 and the 75th percentile at $6,181. That range shows how assessment differences and local tax rates can affect homeowners, especially when a property is taxed higher than similar homes nearby.
Median Delaware Tax Bill
$5,598
Median Warren County Tax Bill
$7,155
Median New Jersey Tax Bill
$8,638
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Delaware, Warren County, New Jersey
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07833 | $5,021 | $5,149 | $5,598 | $6,181 | $7,258 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | April 1 |
Links | |
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| Warren Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.warrencountynj.gov |