Short Hills, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Short Hills is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 14,398. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
14,398 Population 2,737/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $160,003 per capita
$1,621,200 Home Value $2,265,210 Zillow
$3,259 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 2.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$1,621,200 home value, $3,259/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
90.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,621,200
475% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 90.0%
167% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,259
180% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 16.9%
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,398
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density2,737/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$160,003
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$76,180M
Commute45 min

Housing

B
Home Value$1,621,200
Rent$3,259
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$2,265,210

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity16.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.4%
Heart Disease3.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation386 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+90.0%
High School+99.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 72%
Commute45 min
EV Stations3
Libraries34

Is Short Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Short Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Short Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Short Hills is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Short Hills among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Short Hills is $1,621,200, making it a premium housing market at 475% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,259 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Short Hills is a highly educated community — 90.0% 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

Short Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Short Hills has a population of 14,398 with a density of 2,737 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.2%), with 2% Black.

Population

14,398
Total Population
2,737
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Short Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.6%
16% below US avg
Spanish34.4%
157% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Short Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Short Hills is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Short Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$160,003
Avg Weekly Wage$1,699
IRS Avg AGI$112,115

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)23,692
County GDP$76,180M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,759
Healthcare2,593
Retail2,565
Manufacturing603

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$16,276
365% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.6 min
Work from Home36.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Short Hills is $1,621,200, 475% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,259 (180% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,265,210.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,621,200
475% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$2,265,210
Median List Price$2,445,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,445,000
$/Sq Ft$666
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio104.5%
Price Drops13.6%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,259
180% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$5,352

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-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$16,276
365% above US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Short Hills, 16.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% report depression. 14.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Short Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity16.9%
47% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
Heart Disease3.3%
High Blood Pressure20.4%
Asthma7.6%
COPD2.4%
Stroke1.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity14.7%
Depression14.4%
Mental Distress11.4%
Physical Distress7.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death8,341/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access99.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,593

Crime Rates: Short Hills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Short Hills has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation386 ft (118 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density2,737/sq mi
Coordinates40.7392°N, 74.3274°W
County FIPS34013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 90.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (167% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 44.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.8%
D 71.7%

Winner: Democrat by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+90.0%
167% above US avg
High School+99.3%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,737/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries34
Healthcare Facilities2,593
Restaurants1,759
Retail Stores2,565

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.6 min
Work from Home36.6%

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