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Lower Berkshire Valley, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Lower Berkshire Valley is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 532. Residents earn $99,957 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
532 Population 527/sq mi density
$99,957 Median Income $61,394 per capita
$392,000 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$99,957 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$392,000 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,957
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $392,000
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.6%
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.6%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

How Lower Berkshire Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population532
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density527/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,957
Per Capita$61,394
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$74,395M
Commute55 min

Housing

A
Home Value$392,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units223
Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity24.6%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking11.3%
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation726 ft (221 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.6%
High School+98.1%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute55 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries37

Is Lower Berkshire Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lower Berkshire Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Lower Berkshire Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lower Berkshire Valley is $99,957, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Lower Berkshire Valley among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lower Berkshire Valley is $392,000, 39% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lower Berkshire Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lower Berkshire Valley has a population of 532 with a density of 527 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.5%), with 11.3% Black.

Population

532
Total Population
527
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lower Berkshire Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lower Berkshire Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lower Berkshire Valley is $99,957, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes.

Income: Lower Berkshire Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,957
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,394
Avg Weekly Wage$1,946
IRS Avg AGI$156,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,002
County GDP$74,395M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,349
Healthcare1,822
Retail1,639
Manufacturing496

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time54.6 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lower Berkshire Valley is $392,000, 39% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$392,000
39% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.2%

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-Occupied91.2%
Housing Units223
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Rate3.46%
In Lower Berkshire Valley, 24.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 11.3% are current smokers. 17.5% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lower Berkshire Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.6%
23% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.3%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression17.5%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits73.2%
Premature Death4,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Lower Berkshire Valley has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 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 Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation726 ft (221 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density527/sq mi
Coordinates40.9122°N, 74.6140°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 45.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.6%
35% above US avg
High School+98.1%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density527/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Restaurants1,349
Retail Stores1,639

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute54.6 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.1%

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