States with the Highest Property Taxes in 2026

Map reveals states with highest—and lowest—property taxes

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the average U.S. household pays $3,119 per year in property taxes on their home.

States with the highest property taxes in 2026

Property taxes can be either a small cost or a major financial strain, depending on your location. A recent report highlights where Americans are feeling the greatest pressure on their budgets from these yearly expenses.

NJ still nation's highest property taxes. How other states compare

These States Have the Highest Property Tax Rates in 2026

The average U.S. household pays $3,119 per year in property taxes on their home, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, and residents in the 26 states that levy vehicle property taxes pay an additional $499 annually.

New Jersey ranks highest in real estate property taxes, WalletHub study finds - WRNJ Radio

NEW JERSEY — New Jersey residents face the highest real estate property tax burden in the nation, according to WalletHub’s 2026 Property Taxes by State report. The personal finance company found that New Jersey ranks 51st overall for real estate property taxes — indicating the highest burden when compared with other states and the District of Columbia. By contrast, the state ranks first, or lowest, for vehicle property taxes because it does not …