Upper Township Tax Collector Office: Pay Tax Bill & Hours
If you are searching for the Upper Township Tax Collector in 2026, this independent guide helps you pay your Township of Upper property tax bill online, find the correct tax office mailing address, check office hours, call the right phone number, understand quarterly due dates, avoid interest after the grace period, use direct withdrawal, handle escrowed tax bills, and know when to contact the Tax Assessor instead of the Tax Collector.
The Upper Township Tax Collector is listed as Rhonda Sharp. The tax office can help with tax bills, taxes owed, paying taxes and annual tax sale questions. Mail tax payments to Tax Collector, Township of Upper, PO Box 216, Tuckahoe, NJ 08250. The physical township address is 2100 Tuckahoe Road, Petersburg, NJ 08270. Tax Office Information lists 609-628-2804, hours of 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and email rsharp@uppertownship.com; the township Tax Collector page also lists 609-628-2011 Ext. 270 and taxcollector@uppertownship.com.
Official source: Upper Township Tax Collector and Tax Office Information PDF.Upper Township Tax Collector: What This Office Handles
The Upper Township Tax Collector office is the place to start for tax bill questions, taxes owed, paying taxes and annual tax sale questions.
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The practical difference is important. If you need to pay a bill, confirm a tax balance, ask about online payment, mail a check, use direct withdrawal, confirm a payment was received, or avoid tax sale costs, start with the Tax Collector. If your question is about assessed value, building description, land description, address corrections, deductions, added lots or tax appeals, the township directs those issues to the Tax Assessor.
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Use Tax Collector for payment
Tax bills, balances, paying taxes, online payment, direct withdrawal, mailed checks, payment timing and tax sale payment questions.
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Address, assessment, property location, building description, land description, added lots, deductions and tax appeal information.
Open official Tax Assessor pageUse NJ Taxation for relief
ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, Stay NJ and statewide property tax relief programs are handled through New Jersey Division of Taxation resources.
Open NJ property tax relief programsHow to Pay Upper Township Property Tax Bill Online
Upper Township online property tax payments are available through the WIPP portal. The township says payments made before midnight are posted on the day of payment; otherwise, they post on the next business day.
Before you pay, confirm your block, lot and qualifier, property owner name, property location, quarter, amount due and any open balance. Online payments can accept checks, debit and most credit cards, but service fees apply, so always review the final payment screen before submitting.
Official source: Upper Township Tax Collector General Information and official WIPP payment portal.Open the official WIPP payment portal
Use the Upper Township online payment portal linked from the official township website. Avoid lookalike pages that ask for payment information before sending you to the official system.
Open WIPP portalSearch the correct property account
Use block, lot, qualifier, owner or property location details. If you are unsure, call the tax office before paying the wrong property account.
Contact Tax CollectorChoose the correct quarter
Upper Township property taxes are due quarterly: February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1. Confirm whether you are paying the current quarter, an added assessment, or a prior-year amount.
See due date rulesReview service fees
The township states that online payments accept checks, debit and most credit cards, and that service fees apply. The final portal screen is the best place to verify the current fee.
Read fee sectionSave proof of payment
Print or screenshot the confirmation. Keep your block, lot, qualifier, amount, payment date and confirmation with your annual tax bill for income tax and appeal records.
Receipt checklistSenior-friendly payment tip
If you are helping a parent or older homeowner, read the property location and block/lot out loud before paying. Save both the online confirmation and the annual tax bill because the township says the bill should be retained for income tax and appeal purposes.
Upper Township Tax Collector Office Address, Mailing Address, Phone and Email
Use the tax payment mailing address for tax bills, and use the physical township address if you need to visit or map the municipal building.
Mail Tax Payments
Use for mailed property tax payments
Physical Office
Use for map and in-person visit planning
The tax office PDF lists PO Box 216, Tuckahoe, NJ 08250-0216, phone 609-628-2804, email rsharp@uppertownship.com and office hours of 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The township Tax Collector page lists Rhonda Sharp, Tax Collector, physical address 2100 Tuckahoe Road, Petersburg, NJ 08270, email taxcollector@uppertownship.com, and phone 609-628-2011 Ext. 270.
Official source: Tax Office Information PDF and Tax Collector page.Mailing address warning
The township’s general mailing address is not the same as the tax payment mailing address. For tax payments, use the tax office’s listed payment address: Tax Collector, Township of Upper, PO Box 216, Tuckahoe, NJ 08250.
Upper Township Tax Collector Hours and Best Time to Call
Upper Township tax office information lists tax office hours as 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The township website footer lists normal business hours as Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Official source: Tax Office Information PDF and Upper Township website footer.Best time to call
Call earlier in the business day, especially near February 1, May 1, August 1 or November 1. Deadline weeks can have more taxpayer calls.
Before visiting
Confirm the office is open, ask whether your issue belongs to the Tax Collector or Tax Assessor, and bring your block, lot and qualifier.
Due date warning
Do not wait until the last day of the grace period. Postmarks are not accepted, and interest can accrue when payment is not received on time.
Have this information ready before calling
- Block, lot and qualifier number
- Property location
- Owner name on the tax bill
- Quarter you are paying
- Payment date and confirmation number if already paid
- Mortgage company name if taxes are escrowed
Upper Township Property Tax Due Dates, Grace Period and Interest
Upper Township property taxes are due on the 1st of February, May, August and November, with a ten-day grace period. If the grace period falls on a weekend or holiday, it is extended to the next business day.
| Quarter | Due date | Practical taxpayer note |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Quarter | February 1 | Pay before the end of the grace period. Postmarks are not accepted. |
| 2nd Quarter | May 1 | Check escrow timing if your mortgage company pays. |
| 3rd Quarter | August 1 | Final/preliminary tax bills are usually mailed after the tax rate is established, often in July. |
| 4th Quarter | November 1 | Added assessment bills are mailed in October and the full amount is due November 1. |
The township’s Tax Office Information says postmarks are not accepted. Taxes remaining unpaid after the grace period are subject to interest at 8% on the first $1,500 and 18% over $1,500 from the due date until the date of payment. Accounts with a $10,000 balance as of December 31 are subject to a 6% penalty.
Official source: Upper Township Tax Office Information PDF.Postmark rule
Do not rely on a postmark. Upper Township’s tax office information says postmarks are not accepted. Payment timing is based on receipt/posting rules, so mail and bank bill pay should be sent early.
Upper Township Tax Bill Payment Methods and Fees
Upper Township lists several payment methods: online payment, direct withdrawal, personal online banking bill pay and check payment. Online payment service fees apply.
Township online payment
Online payments are available through Upper Township’s official WIPP portal. Payments made before midnight are posted on the day of payment; otherwise, on the next business day.
Open official payment portalDirect withdrawal
Property owners can sign up to have quarterly tax payments debited automatically. Taxes must be current, and the application must be received at least 10 days before the next payment.
Download direct withdrawal formPersonal bank bill pay
When using your bank’s online bill pay, allow enough time for the bank to mail the check. The township materials warn that mailed bank checks can take time to arrive.
Read payment method rulesPartial payment and post-dated check warning
Upper Township’s Tax Office Information says full quarter amounts must be paid, partial payments are not accepted, and post-dated checks are not accepted. If you cannot pay the full amount, call the tax office before sending a payment.
Upper Township Direct Withdrawal for Quarterly Property Taxes
Upper Township provides an Authorization of Direct Withdrawal form for quarterly property tax payments. This can help homeowners avoid missed due dates if the account is kept current and the form is submitted on time.
The form asks for property information, owner name, property location, mailing address, phone, email, preferred contact method, bank name, routing number, account number and a voided check. It authorizes the Township of Upper to debit the account quarterly for property taxes.
Official source: Upper Township Direct Withdrawal PDF.When debit happens
The form says payments will be debited on the 3rd of the month taxes are due: February, May, August and November. If the 3rd is a weekend or holiday, the payment is effective the next business day.
Application timing
The form says applications must be received at least 10 days before the next payment date. Taxes must be current to sign up.
Canceling
The authorization remains in effect until canceled in writing, and the form says cancellation notice must be sent at least 30 days before the next scheduled debit.
Escrowed Taxes: Why Every Upper Township Homeowner Still Gets a Tax Bill
Upper Township’s Tax Office Information says every homeowner receives a tax bill regardless of whether taxes are escrowed or not.
This is important because escrow collection on your mortgage statement is not the same as confirmed payment to the township. If your mortgage company is supposed to pay, still keep your bill, watch your escrow statement, and verify payment status after the due date. If the bill does not show paid, ask your mortgage servicer for proof of payment, the date sent, amount, check number or electronic confirmation, and the block/lot used.
Official source: Tax Office Information PDF.Keep the annual tax bill
Do not throw away the bill just because your mortgage company pays taxes. The township says final/preliminary tax bills are mailed once a year and should be retained.
Check the mortgage disbursement
Look for an actual tax disbursement from escrow, not just a monthly escrow collection charge.
Verify with the township account
After the expected posting window, confirm the township account shows paid. If not, contact the servicer and the tax office quickly.
Upper Township Tax Receipt, Cancelled Check and Record Checklist
Upper Township says when paying by check, the cancelled check will be your receipt. For online payments, save your confirmation and later verify posting.
Keep these records
- Annual final/preliminary tax bill
- Block, lot and qualifier
- Payment confirmation number
- Cancelled check or bank record
- Mortgage escrow payment proof
- Direct withdrawal authorization copy
Receipt should show
- Property owner or account identifier
- Property location
- Quarter paid
- Amount paid
- Payment date
- Posting or confirmation detail
The township says final/preliminary tax bills are mailed once a year after the tax rate is established, usually in July, and homeowners should retain the bill for income tax and appeal purposes. If you are a new owner or did not receive a bill, the township says it is your responsibility by law to call and ask for a bill.
Official source: Tax Office Information PDF.Upper Township Tax Collector vs Tax Assessor: Who Handles Your Question?
The Tax Collector handles paying and collecting property taxes. The Tax Assessor handles assessment and property-record questions.
| Your question | Correct office | Why |
|---|---|---|
| I need to pay my tax bill. | Tax Collector | The Tax Collector page lists paying taxes as an office function. |
| I need to know taxes owed. | Tax Collector | The office assists with tax bills and taxes owed. |
| My property assessment or description is wrong. | Tax Assessor | The tax office information directs corrections in assessment, property location and descriptions to the Tax Assessor. |
| I want to appeal my assessment. | Cape May County Tax Board / Tax Assessor route | The township’s tax office information says tax appeals must be filed with the Cape May County Tax Board by April 1. |
Upper Township Property Tax Relief: ANCHOR, Senior Freeze and Stay NJ
Upper Township links residents to New Jersey property tax relief resources. State relief programs are not the same as paying your township bill, but they may help eligible homeowners or renters reduce the burden of property taxes.
The New Jersey Division of Taxation lists property tax relief programs including ANCHOR, Senior Freeze and Stay NJ. Seniors and Social Security/Railroad Retirement Disability Benefit recipients may be directed to the combined Property Tax Relief Application, Form PAS-1, depending on the program and year. Always use the current NJ Division of Taxation instructions before applying.
Official source: NJ Division of Taxation Property Tax Relief Programs and NJ ANCHOR Program.ANCHOR
ANCHOR offers property tax relief to eligible New Jersey homeowners and renters based on residency, income, age and program-year rules.
Open ANCHOR pageSenior Freeze
Senior Freeze reimburses eligible senior citizens and disabled persons for property tax or mobile home park site fee increases on a principal residence.
Open Senior Freeze pageStay NJ
Stay NJ is a New Jersey property tax benefit for eligible senior homeowners. Check current state rules, income limits and application deadlines.
Open Stay NJ pageUpper Township Tax Sale, Prior-Year Taxes and Certified Check Warning
Upper Township’s Tax Office Information says any unpaid prior-year taxes are subject to tax sale, and certified checks are required for payments on properties subject to tax sale.
Tax sale is not just another reminder notice. It can add costs, interest and penalties. If your account has prior-year taxes, a tax sale notice, or a large December 31 balance, contact the tax office before making assumptions about payoff amount or payment method.
Official source: Tax Office Information PDF and Upper Township Tax Sales page.Prior-year unpaid taxes
Prior-year unpaid taxes can be subject to tax sale. Call the tax office before sending ordinary payment if a tax sale status applies.
Certified check may be required
The township’s tax office information says certified checks are required for all payments on properties subject to tax sale.
Costs can grow
Interest, penalties and tax sale costs can make the payoff different from a normal quarterly bill. Confirm the current amount directly.
Added Assessment Bills in Upper Township
Upper Township’s tax office information says added assessment bills are mailed in October and the full amount is due November 1.
Added assessments can apply when improvements are made to the property on or before October 1 of the pre-tax year. Added assessment bills are in addition to regular bills, so homeowners should not assume that their regular quarterly payment covers every tax amount due.
Official source: Tax Office Information PDF.New owner warning
If you recently bought a home, review your closing paperwork and call the tax office if you have not received a bill. The township says new owners who have not received a bill are responsible for calling and asking for one.
Upper Township Tax Payment Safety Checklist
Use this checklist before paying online, mailing a check, using bank bill pay or signing up for direct withdrawal.
Account safety
- Confirm block, lot and qualifier.
- Confirm property location.
- Check quarter and year.
- Verify current amount due.
Payment safety
- Use official WIPP portal.
- Review service fees.
- Mail early because postmarks are not accepted.
- Do not send post-dated checks.
Proof safety
- Save online confirmation.
- Keep cancelled check.
- Keep annual tax bill.
- Verify posting after payment.
New Jersey Property Tax Relief Video for Upper Township Homeowners
Upper Township residents who are seniors, disabled homeowners, renters or property tax relief applicants may benefit from reviewing New Jersey’s statewide property tax relief information. This video is included because it explains the combined property tax relief application used for programs such as Senior Freeze, ANCHOR and Stay NJ.
Related source: NJ Division of Taxation Property Tax Relief Programs.Video note
This video is about New Jersey property tax relief applications, not Upper Township bill payment. To pay your Upper Township tax bill, use the township’s official WIPP portal or contact the Upper Township Tax Collector.
Upper Township Tax Collector Map: 2100 Tuckahoe Road, Petersburg NJ
Use this map for the township municipal building location. For mailed tax payments, use the tax payment mailing address listed by the Tax Collector: PO Box 216, Tuckahoe, NJ 08250.
Bring if visiting
- Tax bill or account information
- Block, lot and qualifier
- Property location
- Payment proof if following up
- Mortgage or escrow documentation if applicable
Call first for these issues
- Tax sale status
- Prior-year taxes
- Added assessment confusion
- Direct withdrawal setup
- Assessment or appeal questions
Official Upper Township Tax Collector Links
This page covers the practical details, but final payment amount, current fees, office access, tax sale status, relief program deadlines and official account records should always be verified from official sources.
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Upper Township Tax Collector FAQ
These answers cover the main search intent behind Upper Township Tax Collector, pay tax bill online, office hours, phone number, mailing address, due dates, grace period, escrowed bills, direct withdrawal, tax sale and assessment questions.
Who is the Upper Township Tax Collector?
The Upper Township Tax Collector page lists Rhonda Sharp as Tax Collector. The office assists with questions about tax bills, taxes owed, paying taxes and annual tax sale.
How do I pay my Upper Township tax bill online?
Use the official Upper Township WIPP payment portal linked from the township website. Search your account, verify the property, quarter and amount, review any service fees, then save your confirmation.
What is the Upper Township Tax Collector mailing address?
Mail tax payments to Tax Collector, Township of Upper, PO Box 216, Tuckahoe, NJ 08250. Include your block, lot and qualifier number on the check.
What is the Upper Township Tax Collector office address?
The physical address listed for the township and tax collector contact route is 2100 Tuckahoe Road, Petersburg, NJ 08270.
What are Upper Township Tax Collector office hours?
Upper Township Tax Office Information lists tax office hours as 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Township normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
What is the Upper Township Tax Collector phone number?
The Tax Office Information PDF lists 609-628-2804. The township Tax Collector page also lists 609-628-2011 Ext. 270 for the Tax Collector contact route.
When are Upper Township property taxes due?
Upper Township property taxes are due February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1, with a ten-day grace period. If the grace period falls on a weekend or holiday, it extends to the next business day.
Are postmarks accepted for Upper Township tax payments?
No. Upper Township’s Tax Office Information says postmarks are not accepted. Mail early and allow enough time for bank bill pay checks to arrive.
Does Upper Township accept partial property tax payments?
The Tax Office Information PDF says full quarter amounts must be paid, partial payments are not accepted, and post-dated checks are not accepted.
What happens if Upper Township taxes are late?
Taxes unpaid after the grace period are subject to interest. The township lists interest at 8% on the first $1,500 and 18% over $1,500 from the due date until payment. Accounts with a $10,000 balance as of December 31 are subject to a 6% penalty.
Does every homeowner receive an Upper Township tax bill if taxes are escrowed?
Yes. Upper Township’s Tax Office Information says every homeowner receives a tax bill regardless of whether taxes are escrowed or not.
Who handles Upper Township assessment corrections or tax appeals?
Assessment corrections, property location, building description, land description, additional lots, deductions and tax appeal routing belong with the Tax Assessor or Cape May County Tax Board process, not ordinary bill payment.
Is TaxCollectors.org the official Upper Township website?
No. TaxCollectors.org is an independent informational guide. Always verify final payment amount, service fees, office hours, tax sale status, relief program deadlines and account details with official Upper Township and New Jersey sources.
Best Way to Use This Upper Township Tax Collector Guide
Start with the official Upper Township WIPP payment portal if you need to view or pay your tax bill. Confirm block, lot, qualifier, property location, quarter and amount before paying. If you pay online, save the confirmation. If you pay by check, keep the cancelled check because the township says it will be your receipt.
Payment source: Official WIPP payment portal.Use the Tax Collector for tax bill questions, taxes owed, payment questions and tax sale questions. Use the Tax Assessor for assessment corrections, property description issues, deductions and tax appeal routing. For statewide property tax relief, use New Jersey Division of Taxation resources.
Office source: Upper Township Tax Collector, Upper Township Tax Assessor and NJ property tax relief programs.Independent guide and official-source warning
This TaxCollectors.org page is an independent guide for people searching for Upper Township Tax Collector, pay tax bill online, tax office hours, mailing address, phone number, direct withdrawal, tax sale, escrowed bills, property tax relief and assessment routing. It is not the official Township of Upper website, Upper Township Tax Collector, Upper Township Tax Assessor, Cape May County Tax Board, New Jersey Division of Taxation, mortgage servicer, legal adviser or tax adviser.
Before paying, mailing a check, using direct withdrawal, relying on a grace period, waiting on a mortgage company, responding to a tax sale notice, applying for relief or filing an appeal, verify current details directly with official Upper Township and New Jersey sources. Payment methods, service fees, office access, deadlines, tax sale status, tax relief rules and contact routing can change.