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Caldwell Today
By the People, for the People
Property Taxes Keep Rising Across Caldwells
New Jersey data shows average homeowners pay over $10,000 annually in property taxes
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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Property taxes have steadily increased across the Caldwells in New Jersey over the past five years, with the average homeowner in Caldwell paying nearly $14,000, in North Caldwell paying nearly $18,500, and in West Caldwell paying over $12,000 in 2025. This trend has continued regardless of the political party in power, as taxes and home values have risen statewide.
Why it matters
High property taxes are a major concern for New Jersey residents, who already pay some of the highest rates in the nation. While the state has implemented relief programs, the rising costs continue to impact household budgets and the overall cost of living in the region.
The details
The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs released updated tax tables showing the steady increase in property taxes across the Caldwells. In Caldwell, the average tax bill rose from $11,819 in 2020 to $13,918 in 2025 on a home valued at $427,390. In North Caldwell, taxes increased from $16,314 in 2020 to $18,469 in 2025 on a home valued at $800,484. And in West Caldwell, the average tax bill went from $11,526 in 2020 to $12,371 in 2025 on a home valued at $450,020.
- In 2025, the average Caldwell resident paid $13,918 in property taxes.
- In 2025, the average North Caldwell resident paid $18,469 in property taxes.
- In 2025, the average West Caldwell resident paid $12,371 in property taxes.
The players
New Jersey Department of Community Affairs
The state agency that released the updated property tax data for municipalities across New Jersey.
What’s next
The state continues to offer property tax relief programs like ANCHOR, Stay NJ, and the Senior Freeze, but the rising costs remain a challenge for many New Jersey homeowners.
The takeaway
The steady increase in property taxes across the Caldwells reflects a broader trend in New Jersey, where taxes and home values have risen steadily over the past decade regardless of the political party in power. While the state provides some relief programs, the high cost of living remains a major concern for residents.
