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Rocky Hill, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Rocky Hill is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 814. Residents earn $127,344 per year, which is 69% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
814 Population 1,334/sq mi density
$127,344 Median Income $77,165 per capita
$608,200 Home Value $727,931 Zillow
$1,660 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$127,344 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$608,200 home value, $1,660/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
72.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,344
69% higher than US avg
Home Value $608,200
116% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 72.4%
115% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,660
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.6%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population814
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density1,334/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$127,344
Per Capita$77,165
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$608,200
Rent$1,660
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$727,931
Housing Units306
Rent Burden21.1%

Health

Obesity25.6%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking7.5%
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation93 ft (28 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+72.4%
High School+99.3%
Graduate+39.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute25 min
Broadband98.1%
Libraries14

Is Rocky Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rocky Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rocky Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rocky Hill is $127,344, which is significantly higher than the national average — 69% above $75,149. This places Rocky Hill among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rocky Hill is $608,200, making it a premium housing market at 116% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,660 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Rocky Hill is a highly educated community — 72.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Rocky Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°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 51.0 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Rocky Hill has a population of 814 with a density of 1,334 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%).

Population

814
Total Population
1,334
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rocky Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.2%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.8%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rocky Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rocky Hill is $127,344, which is 69% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Rocky Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,344
69% above US avg
Per Capita Income$77,165
Avg Weekly Wage$1,740
IRS Avg AGI$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,677
County GDP$56,807M

Business (County)

Restaurants877
Healthcare1,221
Retail1,189
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home27.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rocky Hill is $608,200, 116% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,660 (43% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $727,931.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$608,200
116% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$727,931

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,660
43% above US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

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 Units306
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Rocky Hill, 25.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 7.5% are current smokers. 17.0% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rocky Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.6%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma8.4%
COPD3.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.5%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress9.1%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits75.5%
Premature Death7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Rocky Hill has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation93 ft (28 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,334/sq mi
Coordinates40.4003°N, 74.6389°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 72.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (115% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 33.9-point margin. 98.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+72.4%
115% above US avg
High School+99.3%
Graduate Degree+39.3%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,334/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.1%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Restaurants877
Retail Stores1,189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone62.9%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home27.3%

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