Westfield Tax Collector: Pay Taxes, Office Hours & Address

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Westfield, Union County, New Jersey · Independent property-tax guide

Westfield Tax Collector: Pay Taxes, Office Hours & Address

The Westfield Tax Collector handles municipal property-tax and sewer-fee billing and collection for the Town of Westfield. Use this page to find the official payment portal, Town Hall address, current contact details, quarterly due dates, payment fees, drop boxes and the correct office for tax-bill or assessment questions.

TaxCollectors.org is an independent information website. Payments should be made only through the Town of Westfield or its official payment system.

Open official Westfield tax payment portal Call 908-789-4051 Office address & hours
Before paying: Confirm that the property account shown in the official portal matches the Westfield property you intend to pay. A payment submitted to the wrong account can require manual correction, so check the owner/property information and balance before completing the transaction.
Office

Town of Westfield Tax Collector

Address

425 E Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 07090

Phone

908-789-4051

Tax Collector

Henry Wang

Property tax due

Feb. 1, May 1, Aug. 1 and Nov. 1

What do you need to do?

Choose the task that matches your reason for looking up the Westfield NJ Tax Collector.

Official payment route

Pay Westfield NJ property taxes online

The Town of Westfield accepts online property-tax and sewer-fee payments through its official payment system. The Town’s payment information states that property-tax and sewer payments can be made by electronic check as well as Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express.

Official portal: Westfield property tax and sewer payment system. If you prefer to begin from the municipal website, use the Town of Westfield Online Tax/Sewer Payments page.

How to make an online payment

Open the Town’s official payment system Use the Town of Westfield payment link rather than an advertisement or an unrelated third-party tax website.
Find the correct property account Search using the identifiers accepted by the portal and compare the displayed property information with the tax bill you intend to pay.
Review the balance Check the tax or sewer amount shown before selecting a payment method. If the amount appears incorrect, contact the Tax Collector before submitting payment.
Select e-check or card Review the processing fee before authorizing the transaction. The payment processor charges different fees for cards and electronic checks.
Submit the payment The Town specifically instructs online users to click the final “Submit Payment” button on the confirmation page so the transaction is actually sent.
Keep the confirmation Save the confirmation email or transaction record. If no confirmation arrives after you believe you submitted payment, contact the Tax Collector’s office.
E-check timing: The Town says electronic-check payments may take about 3–5 business days to clear. An emailed confirmation confirms receipt of the information submitted; it does not prevent a later return if incorrect bank information was entered.
Payment choices

Westfield property-tax payment methods and fees

Ways to pay Westfield property taxes and sewer fees
Method Where / how Important detail
Electronic check Official online payment portal Town’s online-payment page lists a $1.95 fee per e-check transaction.
Debit / credit card online Official online payment portal Town’s online page lists an approximately 2.95% processing fee for debit and credit cards.
In person Tax Collector, 425 E Broad Street The Town’s 2026 notices state that checks, cards and cash are accepted in person. Exact cash is encouraged.
Mail Office of the Tax Collector, Town of Westfield, 425 E Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 Checks for property taxes and sewer fees should be payable to “Town of Westfield.”
Drop box Municipal building drop boxes Do not place cash in a drop box. After-hours deposits are processed the next business day.
Do not postdate a check. Westfield states that postdated checks are deposited when received because payments cannot be held for a future date.

Westfield payment drop boxes

The Town lists two drop boxes for property-tax and sewer-fee payments at the municipal building:

Through the first set of doors in the Police Station.
In the rear parking lot next to the USPS mailbox.

Cash should not be left in either drop box. A payment deposited after office hours is processed the next business day and credited accordingly.

Office visit

Westfield Tax Collector address, phone and office hours

Tax Collector office
Town of Westfield
Office of the Tax Collector
425 E Broad Street
Westfield, NJ 07090
Main Tax Collector phone 908-789-4051

Email: taxcollector@westfieldnj.gov

Henry Wang, Tax Collector

908-789-4051 ext. 4052

taxcollector@westfieldnj.gov

Tax clerks

Chrissy Daly: ext. 4053

Anlei Zhang: ext. 4023

Office hours

A 2026 Town tax notice lists the Tax Collector’s regular in-person schedule as Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Westfield also uses shorter Friday hours during its summer Town Hall schedule; a 2026 summer notice listed Friday closing at 1:30 p.m.

Verify before making a special trip. Seasonal schedules, municipal holidays and temporary closures can change counter availability. Call 908-789-4051 or check the official Tax Collector page before visiting when timing is important.
Deadlines

Westfield NJ property-tax due dates and grace period

Westfield property taxes are billed quarterly. The standard municipal due dates are the first day of February, May, August and November.

Standard Westfield property-tax schedule
Quarter Due date Standard grace period
1st quarter February 1 Through February 10, subject to the Town’s weekend/holiday rule
2nd quarter May 1 Through May 10, subject to the Town’s weekend/holiday rule
3rd quarter August 1 Through August 10, subject to the Town’s weekend/holiday rule
4th quarter November 1 Through November 10, subject to the Town’s weekend/holiday rule

Westfield provides a ten-calendar-day grace period. If the tenth day falls on a Saturday, Sunday or holiday, the Town extends the final day of the grace period to the following business day.

The grace period does not change the original due date. Westfield explains that interest accrues from the due date. If payment is not made within the grace period, delinquent interest is charged back to the original due date.

Interest and returned-payment charges

The Town states that delinquent property taxes and sewer fees are charged at 8% on the first $1,500 of delinquency and 18% on the amount above $1,500, calculated from the due date. Westfield also lists a $20 fee for a returned check.

Sewer-fee due date

Westfield’s annual sewer fee is due April 1 and receives the same ten-calendar-day grace-period structure used for property-tax installments.

Automatic payments

Westfield AutoPay for property taxes and sewer fees

Westfield allows residents to enroll in AutoPay through the online payment account. The Town says scheduled property-tax and sewer payments are processed on the first date of the applicable collection month.

Do not enroll at the last minute. The Town states that an account enrolled less than one week before a quarterly due date may not be included in that quarter’s AutoPay batch. If the timing is close, confirm with the Tax Collector instead of assuming the payment will be withdrawn.

If you need to cancel an AutoPay payment after it has already been scheduled, Westfield directs taxpayers to contact the Tax Collector’s office.

New homeowners

What a new Westfield property owner should do

A new owner should contact the Westfield Tax Collector for a tax bill after taking ownership. Do not wait for a paper bill before checking whether taxes are due.

1
Confirm the tax account

Use the official portal or contact the Collector to make sure the property record and outstanding balance are correct.

2
Check the next due date

Westfield’s standard quarters are February, May, August and November.

3
Fix the mailing address if needed

Property-address changes and sewer-bill-only address changes follow different Town instructions.

Not receiving a bill does not automatically postpone the tax. Westfield reminds new owners that New Jersey law places responsibility on the taxpayer to determine the amount due even if a bill was not received.

Change a mailing address

For a property-tax and sewer mailing-address change, use the Town’s property mailing-address process. If only the sewer-bill mailing address needs to change, Westfield instructs residents to email taxcollector@westfieldnj.gov.

Right office

Tax Collector vs. Tax Assessor in Westfield

The Collector and Assessor handle different parts of the property-tax system. Contacting the correct office can prevent unnecessary calls and payment delays.

Contact the Tax Collector for: Tax bills, balances, payments, sewer fees, payment posting, delinquent amounts, drop-box questions and payment records.
Contact the Tax Assessor for: Property assessments, assessed values, property-record valuation questions and assessment-related forms or information.
Westfield Tax Assessor: 425 E Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 · 908-789-4055. The official Assessor page also provides Westfield tax maps and an interactive property-assessment map.
Open official Tax Assessor page
New Jersey relief

Property-tax relief for Westfield residents

The Westfield Tax Collector’s office assists eligible residents with information about New Jersey property-tax relief programs, but the major state benefits are administered through the New Jersey Division of Taxation.

For the 2025 benefit application cycle, New Jersey’s official property-tax relief information lists November 2, 2026 as the filing deadline. State programs include ANCHOR, Senior Freeze and Stay NJ, with eligibility depending on factors such as age, disability status, homeownership or tenancy, residency and income.

Do not assume eligibility from age or property ownership alone. Each program has separate requirements, and State Budget appropriations can affect benefits. Check the current New Jersey Division of Taxation instructions before filing.
NJ property-tax relief programs ANCHOR information Stay NJ information
Troubleshooting

What to do when a Westfield tax payment or bill has a problem

No online confirmation email

Do not immediately submit a second payment. Contact the Tax Collector to confirm whether the first transaction was received.

E-check was returned

Review the processor’s returned-payment email and contact the Collector if you need to confirm the remaining balance or interest.

You did not receive a tax bill

Request a copy from the Tax Collector or check the official online portal. A missing bill does not by itself cancel the tax obligation.

The assessment looks wrong

Payment collection and property assessment are separate functions. Contact the Tax Assessor for an assessed-value issue.

A drop-box payment was left after hours

Westfield says after-hours drop-box payments are processed on the next business day, which matters near the end of a grace period.

You enrolled in AutoPay close to the due date

If enrollment occurred less than a week before the due date, verify with the office whether that quarter will be included in the AutoPay batch.

Useful information to have before calling Keep the property address, tax-account information shown on your bill or portal, the payment date, payment method and any confirmation number available. This helps the office identify the transaction you are asking about.
Delinquent balances

Westfield tax sales and unpaid municipal charges

New Jersey municipalities conduct tax sales to enforce collection of qualifying unpaid municipal charges. Westfield’s Tax Collector publishes tax-sale information separately when a sale is scheduled.

If an account is already delinquent, do not rely on an old tax-sale notice to calculate the amount required today. Interest, penalties, sale costs or other charges can change the payoff amount. Contact the Westfield Tax Collector or use the current official account system to verify the balance.

If a tax-sale certificate or redemption issue is involved: ask the Tax Collector for the current official redemption or payoff information applicable to that property before sending money.
FAQ

Westfield NJ Tax Collector frequently asked questions

Where is the Westfield NJ Tax Collector office?

The Town of Westfield Tax Collector is at 425 E Broad Street, Westfield, NJ 07090.

What is the Westfield Tax Collector phone number?

The main Tax Collector number is 908-789-4051. Henry Wang is listed by the Town as Tax Collector and can be reached at extension 4052.

When are Westfield NJ property taxes due?

The standard quarterly due dates are February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1. Westfield provides a ten-calendar-day grace period, with an extension to the following business day when the tenth falls on a weekend or holiday.

Can I pay Westfield property taxes online?

Yes. Westfield accepts online property-tax payments by electronic check and major credit or debit cards through its official payment system.

How much is the online payment fee?

The Town’s online payment page lists an approximately 2.95% fee for debit and credit cards and a $1.95 fee for an electronic-check transaction. Review the displayed fee again before submitting because processor charges can change.

Can I put cash in the Westfield tax payment drop box?

No. The Town says not to leave cash in either municipal payment drop box. Cash payments are accepted in the office during business hours.

Who is the Westfield NJ Tax Collector?

The Town of Westfield currently lists Henry Wang as Tax Collector.

Who should I contact about my property assessment?

Contact the Westfield Tax Assessor rather than the Tax Collector for assessment and assessed-value questions. The Assessor’s office phone is 908-789-4055.

Does Westfield offer automatic property-tax payments?

Yes. AutoPay can be activated through the online payment account. Westfield warns that enrollment less than one week before a quarterly due date may be too late for that quarter’s scheduled batch.

Official resources

Official Westfield and New Jersey tax resources

Town of Westfield Tax Collector

Office responsibilities, due dates, interest, drop boxes, AutoPay and contact information.

Open official page
Westfield online tax/sewer payments

Payment methods, processor fees, confirmation guidance and AutoPay information.

Open official payment information
Westfield Tax Assessor

Assessment information, tax maps, property valuation resources and mailing-address tools.

Open Assessor page
NJ Division of Taxation

Current ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, Stay NJ and other state property-tax relief information.

Open NJ relief page
Independent information notice: TaxCollectors.org is not the Town of Westfield, the Westfield Tax Collector, Union County or the State of New Jersey. Tax rules, processing fees, office schedules and relief-program requirements can change. Confirm time-sensitive information with the responsible government office before making a payment or traveling to Town Hall.

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