Population
476K
County Seat
Mount Holly Township
Libraries
21
Schools
132
Searching Burlington County: what to expect
Burlington County keeps a modest online footprint — 2 of the 9 sources below are the county's own; the rest is statewide coverage. You don't need a county-level docket here — New Jersey courts are searchable statewide, mapped on our New Jersey court records page. The standout local source is co.burlington.nj.us, covering parcel and property-tax data. The county posts nothing for recorded documents, so that search runs through the statewide sources on our New Jersey recorded documents page. Anything not online lives with the county offices in Mount Holly Township.
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Edited by SearchSystems Editorial Team — verified against official government sources. About our editorial process.
Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Burlington County record-source URLs verified against the official local and New Jersey state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Burlington County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Burlington County, New Jersey — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
475,515
Population
Census estimate
174,454
Households
Census estimate
$102,615
Median income
Annual household
$304,600
Median home value
Census ACS
Mount Holly Township
County seat
In New Jersey
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
3 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Burlington County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Burlington County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Bergen County, NJ - Foreclosure Sales Listing (last updated Official Website of the New Jersey Judiciary | NJ Courts |
| Criminal records | Inmate Mail | Burlington County, NJ - Official Website |
| Property records | Board Of Taxation | Burlington County, NJ - Official Website Public Records Electronic Search System - Burlington County&… |
| Vital records | List of Registrars for Burlington County |
| Voter records | My Voter Record Sign Up - Polling Place Search - NJ.gov |
| Professional licenses | Verify New Jersey license - Verification |
| Recorded documents | Burlington County |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Burlington County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Burlington County Records
2026
Burlington County official government portal active
The official Burlington County government website at www.co.burlington.nj.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Burlington County court records portal verified
State court system links for Burlington County verified against the New Jersey judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Burlington County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Burlington County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Burlington County property records online
Burlington County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Burlington County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Burlington County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Burlington County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the New Jersey statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the New Jersey state level — not by the county.
3
Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Burlington County Records
MYTH"Burlington County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Burlington County are held by the New Jersey state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Burlington County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
MYTH"Free 'instant background' sites have Burlington County data."
FACTOnly the official New Jersey state repository has verified, current Burlington County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Burlington County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Burlington County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- www.co.burlington.nj.us — Official Burlington County government website
- www.njcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- press.co.burlington.nj.us — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Burlington County & New Jersey Records
For records not specific to Burlington County, use New Jersey's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 New Jersey statewide record systems:
- New Jersey Court Records →
- New Jersey Criminal Records →
- New Jersey Property Records →
- New Jersey Vital Records →
- New Jersey Voter Records →
- New Jersey Wants & Warrants →
- New Jersey Licenses →
- New Jersey Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
New Jersey statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
Skip the directory — step-by-step New Jersey guides that use these databases:
About Burlington County, New Jersey
Burlington County is located in south-central New Jersey. The county seat is Mount Holly Township (official site: http://www.co.burlington.nj.us/).
- Households: 174,454
- Median household income: $102,615
- Median home value: $304,600
- Below poverty line: 6.6%
- Land area: 799.3 sq mi
- Population density: 594.9 people / sq mi
Bergen County, NJ - Foreclosure Sales Listing (last updated
Official Free
Tax sale and foreclosure listings for Delaware. Delinquency lists preview what may reach auction if taxes stay unpaid. Redemption rights vary by state and can undo a sale months later; the notices spell them out.
New Jersey Find a Case
Official Free
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Board Of Taxation | Burlington County, NJ - Official Website
Official Free
In 2018 the Board of County tax list was struck and the notice of assessment (NOA) was sent to the property owners on or about November 15th of the pre-tax year 2020. Burlington is the largest county in New Jersey spanning 819.8 square miles
Public Records Electronic Search System - Burlington County's
Official Free
Property records recorded on or after March 1, 2012, can be searched by block and lot, and/or property owner’s name. Property records from 1965 to February 2012 can only be searched by the property owner’s name.
Public Records Electronic Search System - Press
Official Free
Property records recorded on or after March 1, 2012, can be searched by block and lot, and/or property owner’s name. Property records from 1965 to February 2012 can only be searched by the property owner’s name. Property records before 1965 are available at http://ccarchive.co.burlingt...
Inmate Mail | Burlington County, NJ - Official Website
Official Free
Current inmate information for Burlington County is published here. Searching the official side is free.
New Jersey State Police - Unidentified Persons - Burlington County
Official Free
This office holds the sheriff's records for Burlington County. It sits outside government; official offices remain the record of authority.
🌐 njsp.org
Corrections - Jail | Burlington County, NJ - Official Website
Official Free
Mission: To provide overall administrative support to Burlington County Department of Corrections, which enforce judicial sanctions for inmates in a safe, humane environment.
List of Registrars for Burlington County
Official Free
The Department of Health oversees all aspects of public health services. It is responsible for oversight of health care institutions, hospital financing, public health and environmental laboratory services, senior services, health care policy and research.
🌐 nj.gov
My Voter Record Sign Up - Polling Place Search - NJ.gov
Official Free
The State of NJ site may contain optional links, information, services and/or content from other websites operated by third parties that are provided as a convenience, such as Google™ Translate.
Verify New Jersey license - Verification
Official Free
NOTE: Some licenses are issued in the name of the business, not an individual. If you are searching for a business licensee (i.e., accountancy firms; architects and engineers certificates of authorization; barber shops; cemeteries; cosmetology and hairstyling shops.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Burlington County?
Burlington County court cases are searchable through the Official Website of the New Jersey Judiciary | NJ Courts portal: https://www.njcourts.gov/. New Jersey also operates a state-level case lookup through the NJ Courts Online system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can my employer see a sealed record in New Jersey?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed New Jersey record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in New Jersey if I wasn't convicted?
In New Jersey, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. New Jersey's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the New Jersey State Police.
Are Burlington County records free to search?
Yes — every link on this page goes to an official government source. Basic searches are free. Certified copies and formal background checks carry the standard government fee.