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Living in Galloway, NJ

A mix of suburban neighborhoods, university life, and Pinelands nature—good access to the shore with a more spread-out, outdoorsy feel.

Stockton UniversityHistoric SmithvillePinelands access

Property taxes in Galloway, NJ

All data from NJ Treasury 2024 releases. Use these averages as a starting point—actual taxes depend on your property's assessed value.

General Tax Rate
3.338%
per $100 assessed (2024)
Effective Tax Rate
2.549%
comparison metric (2024)
Avg Assessment
$171,696
2024 average→ $172,263 (0.33%)
2025: $172,263 (0.33% change)
Avg Tax Bill
$5,731
2024 average
How to Read This Data
General Tax Rate (3.338%): The tax per $100 of assessed value. Multiply your home's assessed value by this rate to estimate taxes.
Effective Tax Rate (2.549%): A standardized comparison metric. Use this to compare tax burden across different towns—lower is generally better.
Avg Assessment: The average assessed value. Your property's assessment may be higher or lower—check the tax assessor's office for your specific address.
Quick Estimate Formula:
(Your Assessed Value ÷ 100) × 3.338 = Annual Tax
Example: $300,000 = ($300,000 ÷ 100) × 3.338 = $10,014/year
High School
Absegami High School (Greater Egg Harbor Regional)
Beach Access
Not applicable / no ocean beach
Rail/Transit
No
Municipal Site
gtnj.org
Flood/Insurance
Flood risk varies by neighborhood (creeks, low-lying areas)—check FEMA flood zone for any specific address.
Check FEMA Flood Maps →

Schools, shopping & essentials in Galloway

Schools
  • Galloway Township Public Schools (district)
  • Arthur Rann Elementary School
  • Roland Rogers Elementary School
  • Galloway Township Middle School
  • Absegami High School (Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District)
Hospitals
  • AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center – Mainland Campus (Pomona/Galloway area)
  • AtlantiCare Urgent Care – Galloway
  • Shore Medical Center (Somers Point)
Shopping
  • Historic Smithville (shops and village-style retail)
  • Route 30 commercial corridor
  • Hamilton Mall (nearby)
Parks & Recreation
  • Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge (nearby)
  • Township parks and trails
Essentials
  • Stockton University
  • Atlantic County Library System – Galloway branch
  • Quick access to Route 30 and Atlantic City Expressway
Civic & Municipal Info — Galloway

Town hall contacts, services, and what local government is actually doing — straight from public council meetings.

Town Hall
300 E. Jimmie Leeds Road, Galloway, NJ 08205
(609) 652-3700
Official Website
gtnj.org →
General Tax Rate (2025)
$3.390 per $100 assessed
School District
Galloway Township Public Schools (PreK-8); high schoolers attend Absegami High School (Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District)
Utilities & Services
  • Electric: Atlantic City Electric · Gas: South Jersey Gas
  • Water/Sewer: Public water by New Jersey American Water; township maintains public sewer infrastructure
  • Trash & Recycling: Private — homeowners contract their own hauler; no township pickup

Galloway, NJ: common questions

What are property taxes like in Galloway, NJ?

The 2025 general tax rate in Galloway is $3.390 per $100 of assessed value. In 2024 the average residential tax bill was $5,731 on an average assessment of $171,696, an effective tax rate of about 2.549%.

What schools serve Galloway?

Galloway Township Public Schools (PreK-8); high schoolers attend Absegami High School (Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District)

Is there train service in Galloway?

Galloway does not have its own train station. The closest NJ Transit Atlantic City Line stops are in Absecon, Egg Harbor City, Hammonton, and Atlantic City.

Do I need flood insurance in Galloway?

Flood risk varies by neighborhood (creeks, low-lying areas)—check FEMA flood zone for any specific address. Check the FEMA Flood Map Service Center (msc.fema.gov) for any specific address before you make an offer.

Who provides utilities in Galloway?

Electric: Atlantic City Electric · Gas: South Jersey Gas. Public water by New Jersey American Water; township maintains public sewer infrastructure. Trash & Recycling: Private — homeowners contract their own hauler; no township pickup