New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Lake Como is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,660. Residents earn $83,056 per year, which is 11% above the national average.
Based on current data, Lake Como receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lake Como offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lake Como is $83,056, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Lake Como is $614,500, making it a premium housing market at 118% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,813 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Lake Como is below the national average at 291 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,281 per 100,000, 35% below the national average.
Lake Como is a highly educated community — 51.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Lake Como experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 79.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 20.3% |
| 51% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,056 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $60,253 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,357 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $138,949 |
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 21,968 |
| County GDP | $52,693M |
| Restaurants | 1,925 |
| Healthcare | 2,730 |
| Retail | 2,557 |
| Manufacturing | 419 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $12,205 |
| 249% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.99% |
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |
| Census Median | $614,500 |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $829,857 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,813 |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 35.2% |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $12,205 |
| 249% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.99% |
| Obesity | 32.9% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.6% |
| Depression | 15.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,710/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,730 |
| Total Violent | 291.2/100K |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 116.5/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 174.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,281.3/100K |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 291.2/100K |
| Theft | 990.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 46 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.5 inches |
| 38% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,640/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1700°N, 74.0249°W |
| County FIPS | 34025 |
Winner: Republican by 11.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 51.1% |
| 52% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.9% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,640/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 37 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,730 |
| Restaurants | 1,925 |
| Retail Stores | 2,557 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 46 |
| Avg Commute | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |