New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Phillipsburg is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 15,251. Residents earn $67,782 per year, which is 10% below the national average.
Based on current data, Phillipsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Phillipsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Phillipsburg is $67,782, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Phillipsburg is $180,700, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,118 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Phillipsburg is below the national average at 178 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,331 per 100,000, near the national average.
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Phillipsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 85.2% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 14.8% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $67,782 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,735 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,160 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,539 |
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.2% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,088 |
| County GDP | $20,982M |
| Restaurants | 726 |
| Healthcare | 748 |
| Retail | 830 |
| Manufacturing | 338 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,459 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.13% |
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |
| Census Median | $180,700 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $332,234 |
| Median List Price | $292,000 |
| Median List Price | $292,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $208 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.0% |
| Price Drops | 18.9% |
| Inventory | 37 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,118 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,821 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,459 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.13% |
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.8% |
| Depression | 19.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,471/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 748 |
| Total Violent | 178.3/100K |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 48.0/100K |
| Robbery | 61.7/100K |
| Assault | 68.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,331.0/100K |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 466.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,727.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 137.1/100K |
| Arson | 48.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 316 ft (96 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,781/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6920°N, 75.1790°W |
| County FIPS | 42095 |
Winner: Republican by 1.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.1% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.7% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 4,781/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 748 |
| Restaurants | 726 |
| Retail Stores | 830 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Avg Commute | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.8% |