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Rockleigh, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Rockleigh is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 519. Residents earn $166,875 per year, which is 122% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
519 Population 519/sq mi density
$166,875 Median Income $57,787 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$166,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $166,875
122% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population519
Median Age69.6 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$166,875
Per Capita$57,787
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute30 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units84
Rent Burden14.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property559/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary372/100K

Health

Obesity25.4%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking9.2%
Depression17.1%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation45 ft (14 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+18.4%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute30 min
Broadband83.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries45

Is Rockleigh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockleigh receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rockleigh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockleigh is $166,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 122% above $75,149. This places Rockleigh among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockleigh is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Rockleigh 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 559 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Rockleigh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Rockleigh has a population of 519 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 69.6 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

519
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
69.6yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockleigh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.8%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.2%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockleigh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockleigh is $166,875, which is 122% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Rockleigh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$166,875
122% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,787
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)37,722
County GDP$120,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,631
Healthcare3,441
Retail3,365
Manufacturing485

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone62.3%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home28.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockleigh is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden14.5%

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-Occupied75.9%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate1.03%
In Rockleigh, 25.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 9.2% are current smokers. 17.1% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma8.9%
COPD4.0%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.2%
34% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression17.1%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:760
Dentists1:905
Mental Health1:204
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits72.0%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.7%
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Rockleigh has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 559 per 100,000 (71% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Rockleigh 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 Property558.7/100K
71% below US avg
Burglary372.4/100K
Theft186.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Rockleigh has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall32.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation45 ft (14 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates41.0002°N, 73.9341°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.3-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.9%
D 63.1%

Winner: Democrat by 26.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+18.4%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone62.3%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home28.9%

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