Bedminster, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Bedminster is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,463. Residents earn $123,289 per year, which is 64% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,463 Population 315/sq mi density
$123,289 Median Income $97,864 per capita
$830,800 Home Value
$2,917 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$123,289 median income, 3.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$830,800 home value, $2,917/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,289
64% higher than US avg
Home Value $830,800
195% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.4%
70% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,917
151% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,463
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density315/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,289
Per Capita$97,864
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute31 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$830,800
Rent$2,917
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Elevation159 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.4%
High School+92.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute31 min
EV Stations4
Libraries17

Is Bedminster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bedminster receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bedminster stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bedminster is $123,289, which is significantly higher than the national average — 64% above $75,149. This places Bedminster among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bedminster is $830,800, making it a premium housing market at 195% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,917 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Bedminster is a highly educated community — 57.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bedminster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bedminster has a population of 1,463 with a density of 315 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.5%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

1,463
Total Population
315
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Bedminster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.8%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.2%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bedminster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bedminster is $123,289, which is 64% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Bedminster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,289
64% above US avg
Per Capita Income$97,864
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$54,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants823
Healthcare1,266
Retail1,003
Manufacturing243

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bedminster is $830,800, 195% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,917 (151% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$830,800
195% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,917
151% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,945

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-Occupied71.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In Bedminster, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma8.4%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Bedminster has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation159 ft (48 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density315/sq mi
Coordinates40.6743°N, 74.6605°W
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.4%
70% above US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density315/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home21.1%

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