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Lopatcong Overlook, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Lopatcong Overlook is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 612. Residents earn $71,432 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
612 Population 1,654/sq mi density
$71,432 Median Income $36,643 per capita
$194,000 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,432 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,000 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,432
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $194,000
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population612
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density1,654/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,432
Per Capita$36,643
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$20,982M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units301
Rent Burden30.4%

Health

Obesity32.1%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking10.6%
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation360 ft (110 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+14.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute31 min
Broadband96.3%
Libraries10

Is Lopatcong Overlook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lopatcong Overlook receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lopatcong Overlook stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lopatcong Overlook is $71,432, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lopatcong Overlook is $194,000, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lopatcong Overlook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°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 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lopatcong Overlook has a population of 612 with a density of 1,654 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

612
Total Population
1,654
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lopatcong Overlook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lopatcong Overlook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lopatcong Overlook is $71,432, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Lopatcong Overlook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,432
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,643
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$85,539

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,088
County GDP$20,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants726
Healthcare748
Retail830
Manufacturing338

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lopatcong Overlook is $194,000, 31% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,000
31% below US avg
Median List Price$376,245

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$376,245
$/Sq Ft$247
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.4%

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-Occupied86.0%
Housing Units301
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Rate3.84%
In Lopatcong Overlook, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 10.6% are current smokers. 19.4% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lopatcong Overlook vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.6%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,240
Dentists1:1,694
Mental Health1:330
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits67.6%
Premature Death6,471/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities748
Lopatcong Overlook has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation360 ft (110 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,654/sq mi
Coordinates40.6971°N, 75.1452°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.8-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+14.3%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,654/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities748
Restaurants726
Retail Stores830

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Nearby Cities

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