Mortgage on a $500K house in New Jersey
$3,698 a month with 20% down — $2,691 principal and interest plus $757 property tax and $250 insurance.
New Jersey's typical property tax is 1.82% of the home's value a year (U.S. average 0.9%), which adds $757 a month on a $500K home. The typical home in New Jersey is worth $575,123, so $500K is 13% below the typical price.
$500K home in New Jersey: payment by down payment
| Down payment | Cash down | Loan | Principal + interest | PMI / MIP | Tax + insurance | Total / month | Income needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% down | $100,000 | $400,000 | $2,691 | $0 | $1,007 | $3,698 | $158,500 |
| 10% down | $50,000 | $450,000 | $3,027 | $188 | $1,007 | $4,222 | $180,900 |
| 5% down | $25,000 | $475,000 | $3,195 | $198 | $1,007 | $4,401 | $188,600 |
| 3.5% down (FHA) | $17,500 | $490,944 | $3,303 | $221 | $1,007 | $4,531 | $194,200 |
Assumes a 30-year fixed loan at 7.11%, property tax of 1.82% of the home value a year, homeowners insurance of 0.6% a year, PMI of 0.5% of the loan a year when the down payment is under 20%, and FHA mortgage insurance of 0.55% a year plus a 1.75% upfront premium added to the loan. Your rate, taxes and insurance will differ.
Where in New Jersey does $500K buy a typical home?
In these counties the typical home value is within 15% of $500K:
| County | Typical home | Tax rate | Total / month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean County | $551,299 | 1.65% | $3,627 |
| Sussex County | $445,283 | 2.32% | $3,907 |
| Mercer County | $439,984 | 2.36% | $3,924 |
9 of 21 New Jersey counties tracked by Zillow have a typical home value at or below $500K. See all New Jersey home prices.
Other prices in New Jersey
Frequently asked questions
What is the mortgage on a $500K house in New Jersey?
About $3,698 a month with 20% down at 7.11%: $2,691 principal and interest, $757 property tax and $250 insurance.
How much do I need to make to buy a $500K house in New Jersey?
About $158,500 a year, so that the payment stays under 28% of your gross income.
What is the property tax on a $500K house in New Jersey?
At New Jersey's typical effective rate of 1.82%, about $9,088 a year. Rates vary by county and city — see the county pages.