Drivers in New Jersey will see a jump at the pump starting Today..
As of October 1, New Jersey's gas tax is going up 9.3 cents a gallon, roughly a 22% increase.
"Everybody is struggling with money. Times are tough because of COVID, and I think they should be doing things to lower taxes before anything and help put money in Americans' pockets," said Mike G. of Burlington County.
How does New Jersey's gasoline tax rate compare to other states?
California's gasoline tax rate ranks number 1 in the nation. Pennsylvania comes in number 2 and now New Jersey shot up to number 3, with its rate at 50.7 cents a gallon. Delaware is way down on the list at number 40. Read more here>>>https://6abc.com/business/gas-prices-rise-in-nj-due-to-tax-hike/6687322/
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