Hackettstown, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Morris County County
Hackettstown, NJ
At a Glance
How Hackettstown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hackettstown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hackettstown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hackettstown residents earn a median household income of $91,250 , which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,297. The unemployment rate stands at 7.9% (119% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 18,002 business establishments, including 1,349 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hackettstown is $337,100 , 20% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $476,135. Median rent is $1,419/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1966.
Safety & Crime
Hackettstown reports 10 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 97% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 515/100K.
Education
34.8% of adults in Hackettstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above the national average). 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hackettstown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.