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Neshanic, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Neshanic is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 625. Residents earn $145,592 per year, which is 94% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
625 Population 175/sq mi density
$145,592 Median Income $72,472 per capita
$516,400 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$145,592 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$516,400 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $145,592
94% higher than US avg
Home Value $516,400
83% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.1%
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.1%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population625
Median Age63.3 yrs
Density175/mi²
Male / Female40% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$145,592
Per Capita$72,472
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$516,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units194
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity26.1%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking7.9%
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation159 ft (48 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.1%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+14.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute35 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries17

Is Neshanic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neshanic receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Neshanic stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neshanic is $145,592, which is significantly higher than the national average — 94% above $75,149. This places Neshanic among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neshanic is $516,400, making it a premium housing market at 83% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Neshanic experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Neshanic has a population of 625 with a density of 175 people per square mile. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.2%), with 4.3% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.

Population

625
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
63.3yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.5%
Female 60.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Neshanic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.8%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.2%
36% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Neshanic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neshanic is $145,592, which is 94% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Neshanic vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$145,592
94% above US avg
Per Capita Income$72,472
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below 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 Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Neshanic is $516,400, 83% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$516,400
83% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units194
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
In Neshanic, 26.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 7.9% are current smokers. 16.8% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.1%
19% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma8.6%
COPD3.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.9%
44% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress9.3%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits74.0%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Neshanic 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. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation159 ft (48 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates40.5054°N, 74.7120°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.1%
40% above US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+14.1%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density175/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Nearby Cities

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