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New Jersey Tops Nation for Highest Property Taxes — But These Bergen County Towns Offer Relief

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey once again holds the unenviable title of having the highest property taxes in the United States, according to a recent WalletHub study.

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Ridgewood Village Manager Acknowledges 6.6% Tax Levy Hike in Private Email, But Public Messaging Remains Inconsistent

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Ridgewood NJ, a recent email from Village Manager Keith Kazmark to Ridgewood Village Council members reveals that the true municipal tax levy increase for 2025 is 6.6%, despite public messaging indicating a lower figure. The discrepancy has sparked criticism among some residents who argue that the real tax burden is being underreported.

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