Highland Park, NJ
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Highland Park, NJ
At a Glance
How Highland Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Highland Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Highland Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Highland Park residents earn a median household income of $101,991 , which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,392. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 25,382 business establishments, including 1,863 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Highland Park is $463,600 , 64% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $594,393. Median rent is $1,881/month, with 25.9% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Highland Park reports 151 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,232/100K.
Education
70.2% of adults in Highland Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (108% above the national average). 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Highland Park has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.