New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Hamburg is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,293. Residents earn $90,655 per year, which is 21% above the national average.
Based on current data, Hamburg receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Hamburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Hamburg is $90,655, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
The median home value in Hamburg is $258,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,714 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Hamburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 725 per 100,000, 63% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 40.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Hamburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 79.8% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 20.2% |
| 51% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $90,655 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $53,472 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,129 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,341 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,624 |
| County GDP | $6,729M |
| Restaurants | 285 |
| Healthcare | 375 |
| Retail | 406 |
| Manufacturing | 97 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,140 |
| 190% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.93% |
| Commute Time | 33.5 min |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |
| Census Median | $258,200 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $392,138 |
| Median List Price | $365,000 |
| Median List Price | $365,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $236 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.1% |
| Price Drops | 27.3% |
| Inventory | 11 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,714 |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 40.6% |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,140 |
| 190% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.93% |
| Obesity | 26.8% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.3% |
| Depression | 19.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,516/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 375 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 724.9/100K |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 157.6/100K |
| Theft | 535.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 31.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.0 inches |
| 8% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 498 ft (152 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,863/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1488°N, 74.5734°W |
| County FIPS | 34037 |
Winner: Republican by 24.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 99.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,863/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 375 |
| Restaurants | 285 |
| Retail Stores | 406 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Avg Commute | 33.5 min |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |