BERGEN COUNTY REAL ESTATE MARKET
Bergen County is the most populated county in the state of New Jersey with over 900,000 residents (2010 census). The county is located in the northeastern corner of New Jersey and it is a part of the New York City Metropolitan Area. It is situated directly across the George Washington Bridge from Manhattan. In Bergen County there are 70 municipalities, see interactive map of Bergen County, NJ.
Bergen County has a very well developed transportation network, which provides a fast and easy commute for New York City travelers via train, bus and waterways. In Bergen County there are a number of large employers (headquarters) ranging from medical, financial, household goods to automotive industries. Retail industry is concentrated the Paramus area, which is the backbone of the Bergen County economy.
Bergen County has been home for people seeking close proximity to New York City and quality of life provided by generous amenities of each Bergen County municipality.
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General Tax Rate is used to determine the amount of real estate tax levied upon a particular property. This rate is used to compute the tax bill.
Effective Tax Rate is used to compare of one district to another district based on the assumption that all districts are at 100% valuation. This rate has been computed by the State of New Jersey Department of the Treasury using County Equalization Average Ratios. This rate is NOT to be used to compute the tax bill.
Homes Sold is the number of single family homes sold in a particular district in the past 12 month period.
Data Source: US Census 2010, NJ MLS, State of New Jersey Department of the Treasury
