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Harlingen, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Harlingen is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 697. Residents earn $227,438 per year, which is 203% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
697 Population 860/sq mi density
$227,438 Median Income $95,246 per capita
$717,900 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$227,438 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$717,900 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
85.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $227,438
203% higher than US avg
Home Value $717,900
155% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 85.7%
154% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.3%
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population697
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density860/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$227,438
Per Capita$95,246
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$717,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity20.3%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking5.5%
Depression11.6%
Heart Disease3.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation86 ft (26 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+85.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+60.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries17

Is Harlingen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harlingen receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Harlingen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harlingen is $227,438, which is significantly higher than the national average — 203% above $75,149. This places Harlingen among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harlingen is $717,900, making it a premium housing market at 155% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Harlingen is a highly educated community — 85.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Harlingen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°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 51.0 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Harlingen has a population of 697 with a density of 860 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.9%).

Population

697
Total Population
860
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Harlingen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.9%
36% below US avg
Spanish50.1%
274% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Harlingen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harlingen is $227,438, which is 203% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Harlingen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$227,438
203% above US avg
Per Capita Income$95,246
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$54,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants823
Healthcare1,266
Retail1,003
Manufacturing243

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Harlingen is $717,900, 155% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$717,900
155% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

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-Occupied95.9%
Housing Units140
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate1.82%
In Harlingen, 20.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 5.5% are current smokers. 11.6% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.3%
37% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease3.1%
High Blood Pressure21.9%
Asthma6.3%
COPD2.2%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke1.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.5%
61% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression11.6%
Mental Distress10.5%
Physical Distress7.1%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Harlingen has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation86 ft (26 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density860/sq mi
Coordinates40.4515°N, 74.6546°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 85.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (154% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+85.7%
154% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+60.7%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density860/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.2%

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