Hamburg, NJ

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.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,293 Population 2,863/sq mi density
$90,655 Median Income $53,472 per capita
$258,200 Home Value $392,138 Zillow
$1,714 Median Rent 40.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$90,655 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$258,200 home value, $1,714/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,655
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $258,200
8% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.9%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,714
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,293
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density2,863/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,655
Per Capita$53,472
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$6,729M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$258,200
Rent$1,714
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$392,138
Rent Burden40.6%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property725/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary158/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation498 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.9%
High School+99.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute34 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Hamburg a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Hamburg has a population of 3,293 with a density of 2,863 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

3,293
Total Population
2,863
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.8%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.2%
51% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamburg is $90,655, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Hamburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,655
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,472
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$97,341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% 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 Rate3.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamburg is $258,200, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,714 (47% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $392,138.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,200
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$392,138
Median List Price$365,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$365,000
$/Sq Ft$236
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops27.3%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,714
47% above US avg
Rent Burden40.6%

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-Occupied75.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Rate3.93%
In Hamburg, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death6,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities375
Hamburg has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 725 per 100,000 (63% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Hamburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property724.9/100K
63% below US avg
Burglary157.6/100K
Theft535.8/100K
Vehicle Theft31.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Hamburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation498 ft (152 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density2,863/sq mi
Coordinates41.1488°N, 74.5734°W
County FIPS34037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.9%
21% above US avg
High School+99.0%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,863/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities375
Restaurants285
Retail Stores406

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Work from Home12.9%

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