Macopin, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Macopin is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,305. Residents earn $127,824 per year, which is 70% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,305 Population 375/sq mi density
$127,824 Median Income $53,248 per capita
$370,300 Home Value
$2,107 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$127,824 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$370,300 home value, $2,107/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,824
70% higher than US avg
Home Value $370,300
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.4%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,107
81% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,305
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density375/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A+
Median Income$127,824
Per Capita$53,248
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$29,074M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$370,300
Rent$2,107
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation815 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.4%
High School+94.4%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute28 min
Libraries22

Is Macopin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Macopin 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, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Macopin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Macopin is $127,824, which is significantly higher than the national average — 70% above $75,149. This places Macopin among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Macopin is $370,300, 31% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,107 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Macopin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Macopin has a population of 2,305 with a density of 375 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 5.6% Black.

Population

2,305
Total Population
375
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Macopin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.4%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.6%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Macopin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Macopin is $127,824, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Macopin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,824
70% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,248
Avg Weekly Wage$1,224
IRS Avg AGI$71,402

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,191
County GDP$29,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,085
Healthcare1,495
Retail1,866
Manufacturing611

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,450
227% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home20.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Macopin is $370,300, 31% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,107 (81% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$370,300
31% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$259
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,107
81% above US avg

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-Occupied90.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,450
227% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Macopin, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death7,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access98.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,495

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Safety Score

Macopin has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation815 ft (248 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density375/sq mi
Coordinates41.0269°N, 74.3800°W
County FIPS34031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.4%
23% above US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density375/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,495
Restaurants1,085
Retail Stores1,866

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home20.8%

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