Port Republic, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Port Republic is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,047. Residents earn $130,417 per year, which is 74% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,047 Population 140/sq mi density
$130,417 Median Income $71,245 per capita
$412,500 Home Value $420,868 Zillow
$2,104 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$130,417 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$412,500 home value, $2,104/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $130,417
74% higher than US avg
Home Value $412,500
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.3%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,104
81% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,047
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density140/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$130,417
Per Capita$71,245
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$412,500
Rent$2,104
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$420,868

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation1 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.3%
High School+98.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute28 min
Libraries15

Is Port Republic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Republic receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Port Republic stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Republic is $130,417, which is significantly higher than the national average — 74% above $75,149. This places Port Republic among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.9% 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 Port Republic is $412,500, 46% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,104 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Port Republic experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Port Republic has a population of 1,047 with a density of 140 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,047
Total Population
140
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Republic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.7%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.3%
8% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Republic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Republic is $130,417, which is 74% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Port Republic vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$130,417
74% above US avg
Per Capita Income$71,245
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Republic is $412,500, 46% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,104 (81% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $420,868.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$412,500
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$420,868

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$173
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,104
81% 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-Occupied95.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate2.04%
In Port Republic, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Republic vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Port Republic has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1 ft (0 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.3 km²)
Population Density140/sq mi
Coordinates39.5348°N, 74.4761°W
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 34.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.3%
2% above US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density140/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home7.3%

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