New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
North Caldwell is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 6,622. Residents earn $203,140 per year, which is 170% above the national average.
Based on current data, North Caldwell receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. North Caldwell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in North Caldwell is $203,140, which is significantly higher than the national average — 170% above $75,149. This places North Caldwell among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in North Caldwell is $906,100, making it a premium housing market at 221% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,250 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
North Caldwell is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 270 per 100,000, 86% below the national average.
North Caldwell is a highly educated community — 77.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
North Caldwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 83.2% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $203,140 |
| 170% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $98,718 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,699 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $112,115 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.2% |
| 82% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 23,692 |
| County GDP | $76,180M |
| Restaurants | 1,759 |
| Healthcare | 2,593 |
| Retail | 2,565 |
| Manufacturing | 603 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $16,276 |
| 365% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.80% |
| Commute Time | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 29.6% |
| Census Median | $906,100 |
| 221% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,103,501 |
| Median List Price | $1,624,500 |
| Median List Price | $1,624,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $0 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
| Census Median Rent | $3,250 |
| 179% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 96.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $16,276 |
| 365% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.80% |
| Obesity | 19.8% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 5.7% |
| Heart Disease | 3.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 20.7% |
| Asthma | 8.4% |
| COPD | 2.9% |
| Stroke | 1.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.5% |
| Depression | 16.9% |
| Mental Distress | 13.0% |
| Physical Distress | 8.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,341/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,593 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 270.1/100K |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 90.0/100K |
| Theft | 180.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.9 inches |
| 18% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 401 ft (122 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,157/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8645°N, 74.2600°W |
| County FIPS | 34013 |
Winner: Democrat by 44.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 77.0% |
| 128% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.1% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,157/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 34 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,593 |
| Restaurants | 1,759 |
| Retail Stores | 2,565 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| Avg Commute | 27.9 min |
| Work from Home | 29.6% |