Barrington, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Barrington is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 7,047. Residents earn $84,334 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
7,047 Population 4,460/sq mi density
$84,334 Median Income $52,670 per capita
$244,400 Home Value $355,283 Zillow
$1,282 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
58 Violent Crime/100K 1,020 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$84,334 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$244,400 home value, $1,282/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
58 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,334
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $244,400
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 58/100K
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.7%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,282
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

How Barrington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,047
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density4,460/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,334
Per Capita$52,670
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$244,400
Rent$1,282
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$355,283

Crime

F
Violent58/100K
Property1,020/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary291/100K

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation78 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.7%
High School+96.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute28 min
Libraries16

Is Barrington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barrington receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Barrington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barrington is $84,334, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barrington is $244,400, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,282 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Barrington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 58 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,020 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Barrington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Barrington has a population of 7,047 with a density of 4,460 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 3.1% Black.

Population

7,047
Total Population
4,460
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Barrington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barrington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barrington is $84,334, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Barrington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,334
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,670
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Barrington is $244,400, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,282 (10% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $355,283.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,400
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$355,283
Median List Price$420,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$420,000
$/Sq Ft$236
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,282
10% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate3.67%
In Barrington, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Barrington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Barrington has a violent crime rate of 58 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,020 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Barrington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent58.3/100K
85% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape43.7/100K
Robbery14.6/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,019.7/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary291.3/100K
Theft713.8/100K
Vehicle Theft14.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Barrington has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation78 ft (24 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density4,460/sq mi
Coordinates39.8689°N, 75.0514°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.7%
30% above US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,460/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home14.2%

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