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Highland Lakes, NJ
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Highland Lakes, NJ
At a Glance
How Highland Lakes Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Highland Lakes's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Highland Lakes a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Highland Lakes residents earn a median household income of $129,500 , which is 72% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $69,912. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,624 business establishments, including 285 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Highland Lakes is $291,200 , 3% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $392,138. Median rent is $1,862/month, with 33.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Highland Lakes reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 725/100K.
Education
50.7% of adults in Highland Lakes hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% above the national average). 98.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Highland Lakes has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.