Ogdensburg, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Ogdensburg is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,231. Residents earn $104,946 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,231 Population 1,014/sq mi density
$104,946 Median Income $48,506 per capita
$311,900 Home Value $411,389 Zillow
$1,390 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$104,946 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$311,900 home value, $1,390/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,946
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $311,900
11% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.4%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,390
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,231
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density1,014/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$104,946
Per Capita$48,506
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$6,729M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$311,900
Rent$1,390
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$411,389

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property259/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary43/100K

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation573 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.4%
High School+96.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute34 min
Libraries7

Is Ogdensburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ogdensburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ogdensburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ogdensburg is $104,946, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Ogdensburg among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ogdensburg is $311,900, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,390 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Ogdensburg 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 259 per 100,000, 87% below the national average.

Education

29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ogdensburg 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 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Ogdensburg has a population of 2,231 with a density of 1,014 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%).

Population

2,231
Total Population
1,014
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Ogdensburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.9%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.1%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ogdensburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ogdensburg is $104,946, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Ogdensburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,946
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,506
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$97,341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,624
County GDP$6,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants285
Healthcare375
Retail406
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ogdensburg is $311,900, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,390 (20% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $411,389.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$311,900
11% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$411,389

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,390
20% 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-Occupied88.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Rate3.25%
In Ogdensburg, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death6,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities375
Ogdensburg has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 259 per 100,000 (87% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property259.2/100K
87% below US avg
Burglary43.2/100K
Theft216.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Ogdensburg 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 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation573 ft (175 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density1,014/sq mi
Coordinates41.0801°N, 74.5976°W
County FIPS34037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.4%
13% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,014/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities375
Restaurants285
Retail Stores406

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Work from Home6.9%

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