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Letters went out last week to some 1 million New Jersey residents confirming their ANCHOR property tax relief benefits, which are slated to be issued on a rolling basis, starting Sept. 15.

Last season’s program delivered $2.1 billion to 1.8 million residents – with $2.4 billion allocated for this year’s iteration in the recently enacted state budget.

“The ANCHOR program continues to ease property tax burdens for millions of residents, and I’m grateful to Treasury staff for ensuring this process is simple and efficient,” said Gov. Phil Murphy.

Key things to know:

• Letters confirm eligibility and outline benefit details for this year’s program
• Most past recipients will have their applications filed automatically
• Taxpayers who need to change their address or bank account information – or who want to receive a paper check – must submit a new application by Sept. 15 here
• Benefits range from $450–$1,750 for renters or homeowners, income dependent
• Most applicants will receive their benefits within 90 days of filing, unless additional information is needed
• The Treasury’s Division of Taxation will no longer mail ID/PIN numbers to applicants; residents must verify their identity through ID.me when applying online
• Division will not auto-file the Property Tax Relief Application (Form PAS-1) for residents age 65 and older; they must submit their own PAS-1 form, online or by paper – even if applying only for ANCHOR
• Residents can check the status of their ANCHOR payment online
• Help is available at anchor.nj.gov – or by calling 609-826-4282 or 1-888-238-1233; a new callback option is available to reduce wait times.
  • Residents can also visit a Regional Information Center or attend a public PAS-1 filing event
• Deadline to apply is Oct. 31, 2025

State Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio said that, since its inception, ANCHOR has provided meaningful relief for homeowners and renters across the state.

“It’s a straightforward program with a direct benefit, and we want to help ensure that every eligible resident takes advantage of it.”