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Blairstown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Blairstown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 258. Residents earn $127,891 per year, which is 70% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
258 Population 614/sq mi density
$127,891 Median Income $62,956 per capita
$340,300 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$127,891 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$340,300 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,891
70% higher than US avg
Home Value $340,300
21% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.1%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.0%
109% higher than US avg

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

People

Population258
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density614/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$127,891
Per Capita$62,956
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.0%
County GDP$74,395M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$340,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units197
Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity29.7%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking10.7%
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation445 ft (136 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.1%
High School+72.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries37

Is Blairstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blairstown receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Blairstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blairstown is $127,891, which is significantly higher than the national average — 70% above $75,149. This places Blairstown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blairstown is $340,300, 21% above the national median. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 72.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Blairstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Blairstown has a population of 258 with a density of 614 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 12.4% Black.

Population

258
Total Population
614
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Blairstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blairstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blairstown is $127,891, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Blairstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,891
70% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,956
Avg Weekly Wage$1,946
IRS Avg AGI$156,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.0%
109% above US avg
Establishments (County)18,002
County GDP$74,395M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,349
Healthcare1,822
Retail1,639
Manufacturing496

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone54.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Blairstown is $340,300, 21% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$340,300
21% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.2%

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-Occupied59.3%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Rate3.99%
In Blairstown, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 10.7% are current smokers. 18.8% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.7%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,073
Dentists1:881
Mental Health1:281
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits72.1%
Premature Death4,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Blairstown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall27.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation445 ft (136 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density614/sq mi
Coordinates40.9873°N, 74.9547°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 45.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.1%
34% above US avg
High School+72.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density614/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Restaurants1,349
Retail Stores1,639

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone54.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

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