Hopewell Junction, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hopewell Junction is a small town in New York with a population of 1,113. Residents earn $77,391 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,113 Population 1,504/sq mi density
$77,391 Median Income $47,914 per capita
$686,300 Home Value $560,043 Zillow
$1,469 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,391 median income, 0.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$686,300 home value, $1,469/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,391
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $686,300
143% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.4%
53% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,469
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,113
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1,504/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 42%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,391
Per Capita$47,914
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$5,494M
Commute34 min

Housing

D
Home Value$686,300
Rent$1,469
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$560,043

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Elevation251 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.4%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 43%
Commute34 min
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Hopewell Junction a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopewell Junction receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Hopewell Junction offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hopewell Junction is $77,391, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 2.0% 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 Hopewell Junction is $686,300, making it a premium housing market at 143% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,469 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Hopewell Junction is a highly educated community — 51.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hopewell Junction experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hopewell Junction has a population of 1,113 with a density of 1,504 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.6%).

Population

1,113
Total Population
1,504
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.7%
Female 62.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hopewell Junction vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.3%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.7%
47% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hopewell Junction vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopewell Junction is $77,391, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Hopewell Junction vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,391
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,914
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$112,316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,328
County GDP$5,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants222
Healthcare245
Retail298
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,245
278% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Work from Home20.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hopewell Junction is $686,300, 143% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,469 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $560,043.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$686,300
143% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$560,043

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,469
26% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,245
278% above US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Hopewell Junction, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hopewell Junction vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death4,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access94.9%
Healthcare Facilities245

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Hopewell Junction has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation251 ft (77 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,504/sq mi
Coordinates41.5802°N, 73.8116°W
County FIPS36079
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 43.2%

Winner: Republican by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.4%
53% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,504/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities245
Restaurants222
Retail Stores298

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Work from Home20.7%

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