Hopelawn, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Hopelawn is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,986. Residents earn $83,977 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,986 Population 6,786/sq mi density
$83,977 Median Income $52,497 per capita
$349,500 Home Value
$1,245 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$83,977 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$349,500 home value, $1,245/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,977
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $349,500
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.6%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,245
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,986
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density6,786/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,977
Per Capita$52,497
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$23,779M
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$349,500
Rent$1,245
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Elevation121 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.6%
High School+91.9%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute34 min
Libraries14

Is Hopelawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopelawn receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hopelawn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hopelawn is $83,977, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hopelawn is $349,500, 24% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,245 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hopelawn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hopelawn has a population of 2,986 with a density of 6,786 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.4%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 4% Black.

Population

2,986
Total Population
6,786
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hopelawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only39.6%
50% below US avg
Spanish60.4%
351% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hopelawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopelawn is $83,977, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Hopelawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,977
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,497
Avg Weekly Wage$1,325
IRS Avg AGI$81,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,738
County GDP$23,779M

Business (County)

Restaurants897
Healthcare1,338
Retail1,354
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,820
95% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hopelawn is $349,500, 24% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,245 (7% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$349,500
24% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,245
7% above US avg

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-Occupied58.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,820
95% above US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Hopelawn, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.7% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma9.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression14.7%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death6,376/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,338

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Hopelawn has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density6,786/sq mi
Coordinates40.5286°N, 74.2936°W
County FIPS36085
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 29.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.6%
39% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,786/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,338
Restaurants897
Retail Stores1,354

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Work from Home12.0%

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