Bankruptcy by State
Bankruptcy in New Jersey
How New Jersey's bankruptcy exemptions, Chapter 7 income limits, and filing volume compare to the rest of the country.
Homestead exemption
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Vehicle exemption
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Wildcard may apply
Median income (1 person)
$87,173
Chapter 7 means-test threshold
Annual filings
14,030
Year 2025
New Jersey vs. national medians
National medians are calculated across all 51 states plus the District of Columbia. Ranks run from #1 (highest) to #51 (lowest). Where a state publishes a range or a conditional amount, the exemption is shown in full and ranked by its guaranteed minimum.
| Metric | New Jersey | National median | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead exemption | — | $90,000 | — |
| Motor vehicle exemption | — | $7,250 | — |
| Median income (1-person household) | $87,173 | $71,745 | #6 of 51 |
| Median income (4-person household) | $168,127 | $126,058 | #2 of 51 |
| Annual bankruptcy filings | 14,030 | 8,707 | #14 of 51 |