Branchville, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Branchville is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 724. Residents earn $124,167 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
724 Population 1,227/sq mi density
$124,167 Median Income $51,894 per capita
$299,600 Home Value $455,030 Zillow
$1,607 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$124,167 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$299,600 home value, $1,607/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $124,167
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $299,600
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,607
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.9%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population724
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density1,227/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$124,167
Per Capita$51,894
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$6,729M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$299,600
Rent$1,607
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$455,030
Housing Units397
Rent Burden19.4%

Health

Obesity25.9%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking12.1%
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation552 ft (168 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Broadband89.5%
Libraries7

Is Branchville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Branchville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Branchville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Branchville is $124,167, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Branchville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Branchville is $299,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,607 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Branchville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Branchville has a population of 724 with a density of 1,227 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

724
Total Population
1,227
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Branchville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Branchville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Branchville is $124,167, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Branchville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$124,167
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,894
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$97,341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,624
County GDP$6,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants285
Healthcare375
Retail406
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Branchville is $299,600, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,607 (38% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $455,030.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$299,600
6% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$455,030

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,607
38% above US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

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-Occupied60.5%
Housing Units397
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Rate3.38%
In Branchville, 25.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 20.0% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.9%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death6,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities375
Branchville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation552 ft (168 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,227/sq mi
Coordinates41.1472°N, 74.7490°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin. 89.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,227/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities375
Restaurants285
Retail Stores406

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.1%

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