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Pompton Plains, NJ
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Pompton Plains, NJ
At a Glance
How Pompton Plains Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pompton Plains's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pompton Plains a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pompton Plains residents earn a median household income of $113,661 , which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $66,163. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,016 business establishments, including 2,730 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pompton Plains is $488,200 , 73% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $475,549. Median rent is $3,297/month, with 32.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Pompton Plains reports 48 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,892/100K.
Education
48.6% of adults in Pompton Plains hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above the national average). 96.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pompton Plains has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.