Haworth, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Haworth is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,321. Residents earn $227,841 per year, which is 203% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,321 Population 1,712/sq mi density
$227,841 Median Income $84,397 per capita
$815,300 Home Value $1,158,596 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$227,841 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$815,300 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
69.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $227,841
203% higher than US avg
Home Value $815,300
189% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 69.6%
107% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.6%
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,321
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density1,712/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A+
Median Income$227,841
Per Capita$84,397
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$58,323M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$815,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,158,596

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property435/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary116/100K

Health

Obesity22.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.4%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation42 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.6%
High School+97.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 73%
Commute35 min
Libraries35

Is Haworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haworth receives an overall livability score of 4.3 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. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Haworth stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haworth is $227,841, which is significantly higher than the national average — 203% above $75,149. This places Haworth among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Haworth is $815,300, making it a premium housing market at 189% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Haworth 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 435 per 100,000, 78% below the national average.

Education

Haworth is a highly educated community — 69.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Haworth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Haworth has a population of 3,321 with a density of 1,712 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.5%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

3,321
Total Population
1,712
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Haworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.4%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.6%
84% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Haworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haworth is $227,841, which is 203% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Haworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$227,841
203% above US avg
Per Capita Income$84,397
Avg Weekly Wage$1,359
IRS Avg AGI$44,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,374
County GDP$58,323M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,968
Healthcare2,710
Retail3,923
Manufacturing268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,451
56% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Work from Home26.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Haworth is $815,300, 189% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,158,596.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$815,300
189% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,158,596

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$377
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

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-Occupied95.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,451
56% above US avg
Effective Rate0.67%
In Haworth, 22.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% report depression. 15.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.6%
30% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma8.1%
COPD3.2%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity15.7%
Depression15.4%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death9,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access99.9%
Healthcare Facilities2,710
Haworth has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 435 per 100,000 (78% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Haworth 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 Property435.2/100K
78% below US avg
Burglary116.0/100K
Theft319.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)53

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Haworth has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation42 ft (13 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density1,712/sq mi
Coordinates40.9627°N, 73.9975°W
County FIPS36005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 69.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (107% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 45.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27.3%
D 72.7%

Winner: Democrat by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.6%
107% above US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,712/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries35
Healthcare Facilities2,710
Restaurants1,968
Retail Stores3,923

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)53
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Work from Home26.8%

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