Interlaken, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Interlaken is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 821. Residents earn $180,972 per year, which is 141% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
821 Population 2,488/sq mi density
$180,972 Median Income $88,472 per capita
$935,600 Home Value $1,518,015 Zillow
$3,417 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$180,972 median income, 2.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$935,600 home value, $3,417/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
67.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $180,972
141% higher than US avg
Home Value $935,600
232% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 67.7%
101% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,417
194% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population821
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density2,488/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$180,972
Per Capita$88,472
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$935,600
Rent$3,417
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,518,015
Housing Units380
Rent Burden26.3%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,463/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary854/100K

Health

Obesity29.8%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking9.7%
Depression16.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation17 ft (5 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+67.7%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+27.9%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute33 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries37

Is Interlaken a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Interlaken receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Interlaken stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Interlaken is $180,972, which is significantly higher than the national average — 141% above $75,149. This places Interlaken among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Interlaken is $935,600, making it a premium housing market at 232% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,417 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Interlaken is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,463 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.

Education

Interlaken is a highly educated community — 67.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Interlaken experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Interlaken has a population of 821 with a density of 2,488 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

821
Total Population
2,488
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Interlaken vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Interlaken vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Interlaken is $180,972, which is 141% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Interlaken vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$180,972
141% above US avg
Per Capita Income$88,472
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,968
County GDP$52,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,925
Healthcare2,730
Retail2,557
Manufacturing419

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit7.1%
Work from Home26.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Interlaken is $935,600, 232% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,417 (194% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,518,015.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$935,600
232% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,518,015

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,417
194% above US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

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-Occupied93.4%
Housing Units380
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Interlaken, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 9.7% are current smokers. 16.5% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.7%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression16.5%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.9%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits71.6%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Interlaken has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,463 per 100,000 (25% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,463.4/100K
25% below US avg
Burglary853.7/100K
Theft609.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Interlaken has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,488/sq mi
Coordinates40.2343°N, 74.0159°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 67.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (101% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.4-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+67.7%
101% above US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+27.9%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,488/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit7.1%
Work from Home26.0%

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