Hewitt, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Hewitt is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,797. Residents earn $182,516 per year, which is 143% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,797 Population 605/sq mi density
$182,516 Median Income $78,257 per capita
$436,700 Home Value
$2,236 Median Rent 45.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$182,516 median income, 21.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$436,700 home value, $2,236/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $182,516
143% higher than US avg
Home Value $436,700
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,236
92% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.7%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 21.4%
494% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,797
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density605/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$182,516
Per Capita$78,257
Unemployment21.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$29,074M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$436,700
Rent$2,236
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden45.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation630 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+98.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute47 min
Libraries22

Is Hewitt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hewitt receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Hewitt stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hewitt is $182,516, which is significantly higher than the national average — 143% above $75,149. This places Hewitt among higher-income communities. At 21.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hewitt is $436,700, making it a premium housing market at 55% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,236 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hewitt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hewitt has a population of 2,797 with a density of 605 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

2,797
Total Population
605
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hewitt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hewitt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hewitt is $182,516, which is 143% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Hewitt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$182,516
143% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,257
Avg Weekly Wage$1,224
IRS Avg AGI$71,402

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.4%
494% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,191
County GDP$29,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,085
Healthcare1,495
Retail1,866
Manufacturing611

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,450
227% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.9 min
Work from Home36.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hewitt is $436,700, 55% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,236 (92% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$436,700
55% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,236
92% above US avg
Rent Burden45.7%

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-Occupied95.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,450
227% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Hewitt, 25.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.7%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death7,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access98.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,495

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Safety Score

Hewitt has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density605/sq mi
Coordinates41.1762°N, 74.3248°W
County FIPS34031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density605/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,495
Restaurants1,085
Retail Stores1,866

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.9 min
Work from Home36.5%

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