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FHA, VA, Conventional & Jumbo · Purchase & Refi rates in New Jersey.
True all-in cost — P&I, taxes, insurance & utilities for homes in New Jersey.
Find and compare lenders active near New Jersey.
FEMA flood zones and flood insurance estimates for New Jersey.
Seismic risk and earthquake insurance estimates for New Jersey.
Wildfire exposure and insurance estimates for New Jersey.
As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for New Jersey is approximately 6.602% (6.651% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.
View current rates for New JerseyThe median home value in New Jersey is $492k. The median monthly rent is $1,876. Annual property taxes average $9k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Home values in New Jersey have increased 22.5% over the past two years. This indicates a strong appreciation trend. This data is sourced from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index.
Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $2,096/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $90k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in New Jersey is $115k/year.
Calculate your buying powerThe largest employment sectors in New Jersey are public administration (24%) and healthcare (14%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.