For the 2025 ANCHOR benefit paid through the 2026 filing season, New Jersey uses income, age and homeowner-versus-renter status to calculate the payment.
For application rules and deadlines, see Exit Desk’s complete NJ ANCHOR 2026 guide.
2026 ANCHOR benefit amounts
| Applicant | 2025 income | Age 64 or younger | Age 65 or older |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homeowner | $150,000 or less | Up to $1,500 | Up to $1,750 |
| Homeowner | $150,001–$250,000 | Up to $1,000 | Up to $1,250 |
| Renter | $150,000 or less | $450 | $700 |
The additional senior amount is $250. A qualifying renter age 65 or older who did not claim the available $50 New Jersey property-tax credit may also have that credit included, subject to the state rules.
Why a homeowner payment may be less than the maximum
The homeowner benefit is limited by property taxes paid and the applicable program rules. Combined property-tax-relief benefits cannot exceed the taxes paid on the principal residence for the same year.
How age is determined
The 2026 filing uses age during the 2025 benefit year. Applicants should follow the state calculator and PAS-1 instructions rather than using their age on the day they file.
Income limits
- Homeowners: income up to $250,000.
- Renters: income up to $150,000.
Income is not the only eligibility condition. Principal-residence, ownership or rental status and filing requirements also apply.
Verify the calculation using the official ANCHOR benefit calculation page.
Benefits are subject to program rules and state appropriations. Verify current amounts with the Division of Taxation.
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