North Middletown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

North Middletown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,081. Residents earn $146,650 per year, which is 95% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,081 Population 7,165/sq mi density
$146,650 Median Income $57,014 per capita
$311,500 Home Value
$2,095 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$146,650 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$311,500 home value, $2,095/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $146,650
95% higher than US avg
Home Value $311,500
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.5%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,095
80% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,081
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density7,165/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A+
Median Income$146,650
Per Capita$57,014
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$23,779M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$311,500
Rent$2,095
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+93.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Libraries14

Is North Middletown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Middletown receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. North Middletown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Middletown is $146,650, which is significantly higher than the national average — 95% above $75,149. This places North Middletown among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% 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 North Middletown is $311,500, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,095 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

North Middletown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

North Middletown has a population of 3,081 with a density of 7,165 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.7%), with 3% Hispanic, 7.8% Black.

Population

3,081
Total Population
7,165
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

North Middletown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Middletown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Middletown is $146,650, which is 95% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: North Middletown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$146,650
95% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,014
Avg Weekly Wage$1,325
IRS Avg AGI$81,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,738
County GDP$23,779M

Business (County)

Restaurants897
Healthcare1,338
Retail1,354
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,820
95% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in North Middletown is $311,500, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,095 (80% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$311,500
11% above US avg
Median List Price$400,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$400,000
$/Sq Ft$318
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,095
80% 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-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,820
95% above US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In North Middletown, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.8% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Middletown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death6,376/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,338

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

North Middletown has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density7,165/sq mi
Coordinates40.4390°N, 74.1185°W
County FIPS36085
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 29.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.5%
15% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,165/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,338
Restaurants897
Retail Stores1,354

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home9.7%

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