Great Meadows, NJ
New Jersey · Morris County · New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro
Great Meadows is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 353. Residents earn $73,836 per year, which is 2% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
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How Great Meadows Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Great Meadows a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Great Meadows receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Great Meadows has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Great Meadows is $73,836, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Great Meadows is $372,100, 32% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Great Meadows is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,514 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.
Education
17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Great Meadows 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.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Great Meadows vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Great Meadows vs U.S. Average
Income: Great Meadows vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,836 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $51,354 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,946 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $156,784 |
| Gini Index | 0.461 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18,002 |
| County GDP | $74,395M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,349 |
| Healthcare | 1,822 |
| Retail | 1,639 |
| Manufacturing | 496 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $13,570 |
| 288% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 108.80 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 64.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 35.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $372,100 |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $464,617 |
| Median List Price | $499,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $499,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $343 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 27.2% |
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
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 156 |
| Median Year Built | 1938 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $13,570 |
| 288% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.65% |
Health Metrics: Great Meadows vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.3% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.7% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.3% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 10.1% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.1% |
| Depression | 19.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
| Short Sleep | 37.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 8.5% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,073 |
| Dentists | 1:881 |
| Mental Health | 1:281 |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Dental Visits | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,240/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,822 |
Crime Rates: Great Meadows vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 62.7/100K |
| 84% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,514.2/100K |
| 23% below US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Traffic Accidents | 50 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 526 ft (160 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 231/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8758°N, 74.8966°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Morris County County |
| Nearest Airport | Central Jersey Regional (JVI) 29 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0448 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 5.1 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.82 ppb |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 6.7 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 92.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 10.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 89.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1895 | HIGH BRIDGE, NJ | Earthquake | — | — | 23 km |
| 1840 | PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA | Earthquake | — | — | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.6 in |
Great Meadows has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 28°F in February to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (3.0").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 2.7 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Traffic Accidents | 50 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.4% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
| School Test Score | 7.54 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 231/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| County | Morris County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 104.7 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 57.5 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 37 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,822 |
| Restaurants | 1,349 |
| Retail Stores | 1,639 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 64.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 35.4% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $272 ($163–$435) |
| Specialist Visit | $381 ($218–$598) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $218 ($109–$381) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,394 ($870–$5,440) |
| Dental Cleaning | $141 ($82–$218) |
| Dental Filling | $272 ($163–$435) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $49 ($27–$82) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $82 ($54–$131) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $326 ($163–$544) |
| Tire Rotation | $44 ($22–$82) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $653 ($435–$1,088) |
| Battery Replacement | $218 ($109–$381) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $109 ($65–$163) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $98 ($54–$152) |
| HVAC Repair | $435 ($163–$870) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,616 ($4,352–$13,056) |
| Roof Repair | $1,088 ($435–$2,176) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,792 ($5,984–$16,320) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,632 ($544–$3,808) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,320 ($5,440–$32,640) |
| DUI Defense | $5,440 ($2,176–$10,880) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,632 ($870–$3,264) |
| Will Preparation | $544 ($218–$1,088) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,720 ($1,088–$5,440) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $27 ($16–$49) |
| Women's Haircut | $60 ($33–$109) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $163 ($82–$272) |
| Manicure | $27 ($16–$49) |
| Pedicure | $44 ($27–$71) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $87 ($54–$141) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.46 ($3.26–$5.98) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.81 ($2.72–$5.44) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.13 ($2.72–$5.98) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.90 ($3.26–$7.07) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.98 ($4.35–$8.16) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.09 ($0.65–$1.96) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $152 ($87–$272) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $76 ($33–$163) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $76 ($44–$131) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $76 ($44–$109) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $71 ($33–$109) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $92 ($54–$163) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $218 ($82–$544) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,176 ($1,306–$3,808) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $76 ($33–$141) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16 ($8.70–$27) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $109 ($33–$272) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $33 ($16–$82) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,306 ($653–$2,720) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,088 ($544–$2,176) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $435 ($218–$762) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $54 ($27–$109) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,088 ($435–$2,720) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,600 ($5,440–$32,640) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $65 ($33–$109) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $109 ($54–$218) |
| Dog Grooming | $65 ($33–$109) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $44 ($22–$82) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $326 ($163–$544) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $218 ($109–$435) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,414 |
| Toddler | $1,385 |
| Preschool | $1,385 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $922 |
| Toddler | $939 |
| Preschool | $880 |
Top Industries in Morris County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 44,452 | 2,667 | $78,250 | 1.04 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 39,699 | 2,514 | $168,298 | 1.91 |
| Retail Trade | 27,103 | 1,561 | $46,515 | 0.91 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 23,793 | 1,352 | $63,051 | 1.35 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 20,988 | 1,321 | $32,572 | 0.77 |
| Manufacturing | 18,140 | 610 | $120,128 | 0.74 |
| Finance & Insurance | 17,947 | 940 | $188,811 | 1.48 |
| Wholesale Trade | 13,566 | 898 | $147,623 | 1.15 |
| Construction | 12,179 | 1,479 | $95,592 | 0.78 |
| Management of Companies | 11,963 | 125 | $213,945 | 2.37 |
| Other Services | 10,861 | 1,637 | $45,941 | 1.21 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 8,397 | 366 | $67,957 | 0.66 |
| Educational Services | 6,728 | 310 | $51,414 | 1.09 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 4,996 | 283 | $99,514 | 0.99 |
| Real Estate | 4,093 | 580 | $107,209 | 0.88 |
| Information & Technology | 3,192 | 234 | $127,573 | 0.57 |
| Unclassified | 903 | 724 | $55,459 | 2.17 |
| Utilities | 626 | 32 | $143,493 | 0.55 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 610 | 45 | $46,201 | 0.25 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 86 | 4 | $89,791 | 0.08 |
Schools in Great Meadows
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Meadows Regional Middle School | Middle | 346 | 28 | 12.4:1 |
| Central Elementary School | Elementary | 296 | 23 | 12.9:1 |
Radio Stations near Great Meadows
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambient Sleeping Pill | ambient, meditation | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Ambiant Sleeping Pill | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cat Country 96 | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| R I B Web Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WDVR | community radio, family | MP3 | |
| 95.1 ZZO | rock | AAC |
Campgrounds Near Great Meadows
4 campgrounds found near Great Meadows.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivers Bend Group Campground | 4.5/5 | 5 | $100 |
| Alosa Campsites | 4.1/5 | 6 | $16 |
| Valley View Group Campground | 4.0/5 | 5 | $100 |
| Worthington State Forest Campground | — | — | Free |
National Parks Near Great Meadows
160 national parks and monuments found near Great Meadows.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Abbott Marshland | State Park | Free |
| African Burial Ground National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Allaire State Park | State Park | Free |
| Allaire State Park | State Park | Free |
| Allamuchy Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Archbald Pothole State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bear Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Beltzville State Park | State Park | Free |
| Benjamin Rush State Park | State Park | Free |
| Big Pocono State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blauvelt State Park | State Park | Free |
| Braen-Stone Industries Inc. | State Park | Free |
| Browns Point Park | State Park | Free |
| Buck Mountain | State Park | Free |
| Camp Zehnder | State Park | Free |
| Castle Clinton National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Cheesequake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cranberry Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park | State Park | Free |
| Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park | State Park | Free |
| Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park | State Park | Free |
| Delaware Canal State Park | State Park | Free |
| Delaware Canal State Park | State Park | Free |
| Delaware Canal State Park (David Library) | State Park | Free |
| Delaware River Access State Park | State Park | Free |
| Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area | National Recreation Area | $10 |
| Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park | State Park | Free |
| Division of Parks and Forestry Park | State Park | Free |
| Dockside State Park | State Park | Free |
| Double Trouble State Park | State Park | Free |
| Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Edison State Park | State Park | Free |
| Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Ellis Island Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument | Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument | Free |
| Empire-Fulton Ferry State Park | State Park | Free |
| Evansburg State Park | State Park | Free |
| Farny State Park | State Park | Free |
| FDR Four Freedoms State Park Park | State Park | Free |
| Federal Hall National Memorial | National Memorial | Free |
| Federal Land | State Park | Free |
| Fort Washington State Park | State Park | Free |
| Frances Slocum State Park | State Park | Free |
| Franny Reese Preserve State Park | State Park | Free |
| Franny Reese State Park | State Park | Free |
| French Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gantry Plaza State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gateway National Recreation Area | National Recreation Area | Free |
| General Grant National Memorial | National Memorial | Free |
| Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Goose Pond Mountain | State Park | Free |
| Gouldsboro State Park | State Park | Free |
| Governors Island National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Greenwood Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hacklebarney State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hamilton Grange National Memorial | National Memorial | Free |
| Hamilton Marsh State Park | State Park | Free |
| Haverstraw Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hawk Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Hickory Run State Park | State Park | Free |
| High Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| High Tor State Park | State Park | Free |
| Highland Lakes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site | National Historic Site | $15 |
| Hook Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hopatcong State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Hopewell Park | State Park | Free |
| Hudson Highlands | State Park | Free |
| Hudson River Park | State Park | Free |
| IBEW - Washington's Headquarter | State Park | Free |
| Independence National Historical Park | National Historical Park | $1 |
| Inland Blue Acres | State Park | Free |
| Kittatinny Valley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kittatinny Valley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lackawanna State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Musconetcong State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Superior State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lehigh Gorge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Liberty State Park | State Park | Free |
| Limited Practical Use Program | State Park | Free |
| Long Pond Ironworks State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River | National Wild and Scenic River | Free |
| Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site | National Historic Site | $30 |
| Lusscroft Farm State Park | State Park | Free |
| Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park | State Park | Free |
| Marsh Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Marsha P. Johnson State Park | State Park | Free |
| McEvoy Tract | State Park | Free |
| Monmouth Battlefield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Morristown National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Mount Laurel State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mt. Beacon Gateway Park | State Park | Free |
| National Parks of New York Harbor | Free | |
| Neshaminy State Park | State Park | Free |
| New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve | National Reserve | Free |
| Nockamixon State Park | State Park | Free |
| Nyack Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ogden Mills and Ruth Livingston Mills Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Osmun Forest | State Park | Free |
| Palisades Interstate Park | State Park | Free |
| Palisades State Park | State Park | Free |
| Palmyra Cove Nature Park | State Park | Free |
| Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Paterson Great Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Paulinskill Valley Trail | State Park | Free |
| Pequest River Grny | State Park | Free |
| Pigeon Swamp State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pimple Hills | State Park | Free |
| Plum Point Park | State Park | Free |
| Princeton Battlefield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Promised Land State Park | State Park | Free |
| Prompton State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pyramid Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Quiet Cove Riverfront Park | State Park | Free |
| Ralph Stover State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rancocas State Park | State Park | Free |
| Raritan River Confluence State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rec Trail Wash Cross - Princet | State Park | Free |
| Ridley Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ringwood State Park | State Park | Free |
| RMH / Scenic Hudson Land Trust | State Park | Free |
| Roberto Clemente State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rockland Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rutgers Community Park | State Park | Free |
| Sakmann | State Park | Free |
| Schunnemunk State Park | State Park | Free |
| Shirazi | State Park | Free |
| Shlt / Rodman Assemblage | State Park | Free |
| Six Mile Run Reservoir Site | State Park | Free |
| Soldiers and Sailors | State Park | Free |
| Statue Of Liberty National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Steamtown National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Stephens State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sterling Forest State Park | State Park | Free |
| Stonewall National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Storm King | State Park | Free |
| Sussex Branch Trail | State Park | Free |
| Swartswood State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tallman Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial | National Memorial | Free |
| Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Thomas Edison National Historical Park | National Historical Park | $10 |
| Tobyhanna State Park | State Park | Free |
| Troy Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tyler State Park | State Park | Free |
| unknown | State Park | Free |
| unknown | State Park | Free |
| Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River | Scenic & Recreational River | Free |
| Valley Forge National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site | National Historic Site | $15 |
| Verplank Landing - Mount Gulian | State Park | Free |
| Voorhees State Park | State Park | Free |
| Washington Crossing | State Park | Free |
| Washington Crossing State Park | State Park | Free |
| Washington Crossing State Park | State Park | Free |
| Washington Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail | National Historic Trail | Free |
| Wawayanda State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wawayanda State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Great Meadows
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 264 | $63,611 |
| 2015 | 316 | $100,515 |
| 2017 | 38 | — |
| 2019 | 32 | — |
| 2021 | 274 | $63,513 |
| 2023 | 353 | $73,836 |
Museums in Great Meadows
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HUNTERDON ART MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 9087358415 | $630,903 | |
| HUNTERDON MUSEUM OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 9087358415 | $630,903 | |
| JACOBUS VANDERVEER HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1 RIVER ROAD PARK | 9083966053 | $160,617 |
| HARDWICK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 348 | $148,764 | |
| SUSSEX COUNTY ARTS & HERITAGE COUNCIL | ART MUSEUM | 133 SPRING ST | 9733830027 | $116,133 |
| ROXBURY HISTORIC TRUST | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9739277603 | $63,326 | |
| HELP OUR PRESERVATION EFFORT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1301 HOPE BRIDGEVILLE RD | 9084594139 | $61,456 |
| TEWKSBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 60 WATER ST | 9088326734 | $33,167 |
| 1759 VOUGHT HOUSE | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| ALLAMUCHY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| AMERICAN MUSEUM OF EARTHS BIBLICAL HISTORY AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| ANTOINE DUTOT MUSEUM AND GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 24 MAIN ST | 5704764240 | |
| ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| ASBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| BYRAM TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9733472500 | ||
| CALIFON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9088320878 | ||
| CALIFON PRESERVATION COMMITTEE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9088666717 | ||
| CLINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| COURSENS CORNERS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CREATION SCIENCE HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| DELAWARE WATER GAP STATION PRESERVATION PARTNERSHIP | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| GREEN TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HACKETTSTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9088528797 | ||
| HARMONY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3026 BELVIDERE ROAD | ||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF HIGH BRIDGE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF STILLWATER TOWNSHIP | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 900 MAIN ST | 9086984143 | |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY ROXBURY TOWNSHIP | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 209 MAIN STREET | ||
| HOPE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | HIGH STREET RTE 519 | 9086374120 | |
| LAKE HOPATCONG HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9733982616 | ||
| LEBANON TOWNSHIP MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9085376464 | ||
| MOUNT AMWELL PROJECT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9082360276 | ||
| MT OLIVE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 204 FLANDERS DRAKESTOWN ROAD | 9736910900 | |
| NEW JERSEY MILITIA HEARDS BRIGADE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| NEWTON FIRE MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| PRESERVE HISTORIC HACKETTSTOWN | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | |||
| RED MILL MUSEUM VILLAGE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9087354101 | ||
| RED STAR AVIATION MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| SHIPPEN MANOR | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9084534381 | ||
| SLATE BELT HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2214 NORTH DELAWARE DRIVE | ||
| SOLITUDE HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9086383200 | ||
| SUSSEX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 82 MAIN ST | 9733836010 | |
| UNION FORGE HERITAGE ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9086383200 | ||
| UNION TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF HUNTERDON | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| VETERANS MUSEUM OF NEW JERSEY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| WARREN COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES AND 911 MEMORIAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WARREN COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6 FAIRVIEW AVENUE | 9088769696 | |
| WATERLOO VILLAGE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9736683457 | ||
| WEST PORTAL HISTORIC SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Libraries in Great Meadows
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSSEX COUNTY LIBRARY | 125 MORRIS TURNPIKE | 0.0 | 476,000 | |||
| WARREN COUNTY LIBRARY | 2 SHOTWELL DRIVE | 0.0 | 307,379 | |||
| CHESTER LIBRARY | 250 WEST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 125,121 | |||
| BEDMINSTER-FAR HILLS | 2336 LAMINGTON ROAD | 0.0 | 108,542 | |||
| MOUNT OLIVE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 202 FLANDERS-DRAKESTOWN ROAD | 0.0 | 77,463 | |||
| WASHINGTON TWP PUBLIC LIBRARY/MORRIS | 37 E. SPRINGTOWN ROAD | 0.0 | 74,843 | |||
| HACKETTSTOWN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 110 CHURCH STREET | 0.0 | 39,325 | |||
| TEWKSBURY TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY | 31 OLD TURNPIKE ROAD | 0.0 | 34,954 | |||
| WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 20 W. CARLTON AVENUE | 0.0 | 18,416 | |||
| OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 42 WASHINGTON AVENUE | 0.0 | 18,103 | |||
| BELVIDERE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 301 SECOND STREET | 0.0 | 16,412 | |||
| HIGH BRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 71 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 4,970 |
Farmers Markets in Great Meadows
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABV Farm Market | 690 Allegheny Road | Visit | |||
| Bedminster Farmers Market | 3055 River Road | 06/01/2019 to 10/26/2019 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Belvidere NJ Farmer's Market | 2nd street | 06/01/2014 to 10/26/2014 | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Blairstown Farmers' Market | 5 Stillwater Road | 06/02/2018 to 10/27/2018 | Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Chester Farmers Market | Perry Street | 06/22/2014 to 10/05/2014 | Sun: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Clinton Farmers' Market | 1 New Street | 05/03/2015 to 11/01/2015 | Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | |
| Hackettstown's Moore Street Farmers / Open Air Market | Main & Moore Street | 06/07/2014 to 09/27/2014 | Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| High Bridge Farmers Market | 45 Main Street | June to October | Sat:8:00 am - 4:00 pm; | Yes | |
| Netcong Farmers Market | Main Street & Rt. 46 | Visit | |||
| Olde Lafayette Village Farmers' Market | 75 State Route 15 | July to October | sun:10:00 AM - 3:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Slate Belt Farmers Market | 1566 Riner Road | ||||
| The Farmers Market at Rutherfurd Hall | 1686 county road 517 | 06/14/2020 to 10/25/2020 | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| The Market at Long Valley | 66 East Mill Road | 06/06/2019 to 10/17/2019 | Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Washington Borough Farmers Market | 44 E. Washington Avenue | 06/04/2016 to 09/24/2016 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit |
Gas Stations in Great Meadows
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Great Meadows
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angry Erik Brewing | Brewers | 10 Millpond Doctor 8 | 8624329003 | |
| Angry Eriks Brewing | Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Brewery, Liquor Stores | 10 Millpond Dr | 8624329003 | Visit |
| Home Drinking | Brewery | 408 Naughright Rd Long Valley Nj 07853 | ||
| Minisink Hotel | American Restaurant, Bar, American Restaurant, and Brewery, Brewery, Bar | River Rd | 5704219787 | |
| Pavinci's Italian Grill | Take Out Restaurants, Mediterranean Restaurants, Restaurant, Caterers, Restaurants, Italian Restaura | 453 River Styx Rd | 8628030586, 9737705586, 9737704300 | Visit |
| Salt Gastro Pub | Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewers, Gastropub, Breweries, Gluten-Free Foods, E-Commerce | 109 Us Highway 206 | 9733477258 | Visit |
| Shree Nathghi Corp | Liquors Malt, Breweries, NJ, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Delaware Liquors, Malt, (1), , (2), Home, | 89 Rte 46 | 9084755933 |
Ski Resorts Near Great Meadows
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt. Rose | 100.0 | 8 | 2,957 | $93 | November - April | — | Yes |
Cell Towers in Great Meadows
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 Demeter Road (45247) | LTOWER | 119 |
| 28 Farview Road (2177) | LTOWER | 111 |
| Route 80 Eastbound Mile Marker 21.4 (15538) | MTOWER | 58 |
| Glen Gardner: Sanitarium Rd. | TOWER | 57 |
| HOFFMAN RD RR2 BOX 364D (POHATCON MT) (2160) | LTOWER | 55 |
| 209 RT. 579 (25156) | LTOWER | 53 |
| Route 402 (85279) | LTOWER | 52 |
| 207 WATERLOO VALLEY ROAD (16600) | MTOWER | 47 |
| BLUEBERRY DRIVE | TOWER | 46 |
| 12 Parker Road (48164) | MTOWER | 44 |
| 204 Schooley Mountain Road (84017) | MTOWER | 37 |
Fire Stations in Great Meadows
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Township Volunteer Fire Department | 24 Cemetery RD | Volunteer | 908-637-4300 |
Bridges in Great Meadows
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1923 | 109 | 8,947 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel | 1924 | 199 | 8,930 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1992 | 86 | 1,276 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1976 | 70 | 1,087 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2012 | 62 | 225 | G |
Superfund Sites Near Great Meadows
4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| DSM NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS, INC. | 206 MACKS ISLAND DR | WARREN |
| DSM NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS, INC. | 206 MACKS ISLAND DR | WARREN |
| PORTLAND COMBUSTION TURBINE | 5017 RIVER ROAD | NORTHAMPTON |
| PPL LOWER MT BETHEL ENERGY LLC PLT | 6079 DU PUES FERRY ROAD | NORTHAMPTON |
Airports Near Great Meadows
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | Large Airport |
| Lehigh Valley International Airport | ABE | Medium Airport |
| Morristown Municipal Airport | MMU | Medium Airport |
| Trenton Mercer Airport | TTN | Medium Airport |
| A G A Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aerequus Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aeroflex-Andover Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Air Haven Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Air-List-Ads Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Alexandria Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Allentown Queen City Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ashlawn Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bally Spring Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beltzville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Big Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blairstown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boehm's Field | — | Small Airport |
| Braden Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Buckingham Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bugs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Butter Valley Golf Port Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cavage Personal Use Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cedar Acres Private Group Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Central Jersey Regional Airport | JVI | Small Airport |
| Cherry Ridge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cherry Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crosswinds Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Cuddihy Landing Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Doylestown Airport | DYL | Small Airport |
| Eagles Lair Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ekdahl Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elephant Path Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erwinna Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Essex County Airport | CDW | Small Airport |
| Fla-Net Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying B Farm Landing Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Dollar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gap View Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Goat Hill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Graystrip Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greenwood Lake Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gunden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hackettstown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hallett's Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heritage Field | PTW | Small Airport |
| Herr Brothers Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Herr Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hi-Vu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| High Meadow Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hill Top Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Great Meadows
21 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Blairstown Police Department | ||
| Byram Police Department | Mansfield Drive | |
| Delaware Water Gap Police Department | 49 Main Street | |
| Hackettstown Police Department | 215 W Stiger Street | |
| High Bridge Police Department | ||
| Hopatcong Police | ||
| Mansfield Police Department | 100 Port Murray Road | |
| Mansfield Police Department | 100 Port Murray Road | |
| Netcong Boro Police Department | 19 Maple Avenue | |
| New Jersey State Police - Perryville Troop B | ||
| New Jersey State Police - Sussex Station | 27 US 206 | |
| New Jersey State Police - Sussex Station | 27 US 206 | |
| New Jersey State Police - Washington Station | 560 NJ Rt. 57 | |
| New Jersey State Police Department | ||
| NJ State Police | 560 NJ 57 | |
| Pohatcong Police Department | ||
| Sheriff's Office | 39 High St | |
| State Police - Netcong Station | 85 US 206 | |
| Township of Roxbury Police | ||
| Washington Township Police | ||
| Washington Township Police Headquarters |
Treatment Centers in Great Meadows
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Carol Fischbach LCSW | Substance Abuse | 908-638-6625 |
| Center for Family Services | Both | 908-689-1000 |
| Center for Prevention and Counseling | Substance Abuse | 973-383-4787 |
| Eleanor Health - Sparta | Both | 973-315-5492 |
| Family Guidance Ctr of Warren Cnty - Adult Partial Care | Both | 908-689-1000 |
| Newton Medical Center - Behavioral Health Services | Both | 973-383-1533 |
| Resource Center for the Chemically Dep - Sussex County Aftercare Center | Substance Abuse | 973-383-8880 |
DOL Wage Violations in Great Meadows
3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $9,085 in back wages owed to 25 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire Farms, Inc | — | — | 07838 | — | 2 | $7,187 | $553 | 13 |
| Pryslak Growers Inc | — | — | 07838 | — | 1 | $1,240 | $113 | 11 |
| Pioneers of Marketing | — | — | 07838 | — | 1 | $658 | $658 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Great Meadows
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AGAPE FARM MINISTRIES INC | 500 TOWNSBURY RD |
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What is the population of Great Meadows?
Great Meadows has a population of 353 residents and is located in New Jersey. The population density is 231 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 74.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.
Is Great Meadows expensive to live in?
Great Meadows is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 108.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $73,836, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $372,100 (32% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Great Meadows safe?
Great Meadows is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,514 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Great Meadows receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Great Meadows?
Great Meadows has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches, with 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.
How is the job market in Great Meadows?
Great Meadows has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,946. There are 18,002 business establishments in the area, including 1,349 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Great Meadows?
The median home value in Great Meadows is $372,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $464,617. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $13,570.
How are the schools in Great Meadows?
Schools in Great Meadows perform well, with an average test score of 7.5 out of 10 / above the national benchmark. 17.4% of adults in Great Meadows hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Great Meadows?
The obesity rate in Great Meadows is 30.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.1% of adults are smokers. 21.1% are physically inactive. 19.6% of residents report depression. 8.5% lack health insurance. 98.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,073.
What are the demographics of Great Meadows?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Great Meadows is 100% White. 65.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 34.1% speak Spanish. 32.9% of the population are military veterans. 24.5% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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