Middlebush, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Middlebush is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,017. Residents earn $178,125 per year, which is 137% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,017 Population 1,014/sq mi density
$178,125 Median Income $61,676 per capita
$475,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$178,125 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$475,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $178,125
137% higher than US avg
Home Value $475,500
69% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.7%
71% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,017
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density1,014/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 45%

Economy

A
Median Income$178,125
Per Capita$61,676
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$475,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression13.9%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation122 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.7%
High School+98.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute31 min
Libraries17

Is Middlebush a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middlebush receives an overall livability score of 4.8 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 high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Middlebush stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middlebush is $178,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 137% above $75,149. This places Middlebush among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% 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 Middlebush is $475,500, making it a premium housing market at 69% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Middlebush is a highly educated community — 57.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Middlebush experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Middlebush has a population of 2,017 with a density of 1,014 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.6%), with 19.7% Black.

Population

2,017
Total Population
1,014
People / sq mi
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Middlebush vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.5%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.5%
113% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Middlebush vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middlebush is $178,125, which is 137% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Middlebush vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$178,125
137% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,676
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$54,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants823
Healthcare1,266
Retail1,003
Manufacturing243

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home29.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Middlebush is $475,500, 69% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$475,500
69% above US avg
Median List Price$1,550,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,550,000
$/Sq Ft$305
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.6%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

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-Occupied93.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Middlebush, 24.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.9% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma7.9%
COPD3.2%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression13.9%
Mental Distress13.1%
Physical Distress9.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Middlebush has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation122 ft (37 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density1,014/sq mi
Coordinates40.5020°N, 74.5354°W
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.7%
71% above US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,014/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home29.3%

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