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Living in Linwood, NJ

Family-oriented suburb with a quiet, residential feel, close to shore points and major retail corridors.

Family-oriented suburbBike/walk pathsNear shore bridges

Property taxes in Linwood, 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
3.815%
per $100 assessed (2024)
Effective Tax Rate
3.042%
comparison metric (2024)
Avg Assessment
$300,261
2024 average→ $302,206 (0.65%)
2025: $302,206 (0.65% change)
Avg Tax Bill
$11,455
2024 average
How to Read This Data
General Tax Rate (3.815%): The tax per $100 of assessed value. Multiply your home's assessed value by this rate to estimate taxes.
Effective Tax Rate (3.042%): 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) × 3.815 = Annual Tax
Example: $300,000 = ($300,000 ÷ 100) × 3.815 = $11,445/year
High School
Mainland Regional High School
Beach Access
Not applicable / no ocean beach
Rail/Transit
No
Municipal Site
linwoodcity.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 Linwood

Schools
  • Linwood Public School District (district)
  • Seaview Elementary School
  • Belhaven Middle School
  • Mainland Regional High School
Hospitals
  • Shore Medical Center (Somers Point)
  • AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center – Mainland Campus (Pomona/Galloway area)
Shopping
  • Tilton Road retail corridor (nearby)
  • Somers Point / Route 9 retail (nearby)
  • Hamilton Mall (nearby)
Parks & Recreation
  • Linwood bike/walk paths and neighborhood parks
Essentials
  • Nearby Atlantic County Library System branches (Northfield/Somers Point)
  • Convenient access to Route 9 and shore bridges
  • Short drive to Atlantic City Expressway and Parkway connections
Civic & Municipal Info — Linwood

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

Town Hall
400 Poplar Avenue, Linwood, NJ 08221
(609) 927-4108
Official Website
linwoodcity.org →
General Tax Rate (2025)
$3.929 per $100 assessed
School District
Linwood Public Schools (PreK-8); grades 9-12 attend Mainland Regional High School (with Northfield and Somers Point)
Utilities & Services
  • Electric: Atlantic City Electric · Gas: South Jersey Gas
  • Water/Sewer: Water: New Jersey American Water; wastewater treatment by Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA)
  • Trash & Recycling: Municipal via Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA) — trash, bulk, and yard waste collection

Linwood, NJ: common questions

What are property taxes like in Linwood, NJ?

The 2025 general tax rate in Linwood is $3.929 per $100 of assessed value. In 2024 the average residential tax bill was $11,455 on an average assessment of $300,261, an effective tax rate of about 3.042%.

What schools serve Linwood?

Linwood Public Schools (PreK-8); grades 9-12 attend Mainland Regional High School (with Northfield and Somers Point)

Is there train service in Linwood?

Linwood 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 Linwood?

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 Linwood?

Electric: Atlantic City Electric · Gas: South Jersey Gas. Water: New Jersey American Water; wastewater treatment by Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA). Trash & Recycling: Municipal via Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA) — trash, bulk, and yard waste collection