Hightstown, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Mercer County County
Hightstown, NJ
At a Glance
How Hightstown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hightstown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hightstown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hightstown residents earn a median household income of $107,431 , which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,572. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,677 business establishments, including 877 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hightstown is $333,200 , 18% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $469,772. Median rent is $1,638/month, with 24.7% 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 1956.
Safety & Crime
Hightstown reports 101 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 653/100K.
Education
36.7% of adults in Hightstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above the national average). 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hightstown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.