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Silver Lake CDP (Warren County), NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 319. Residents earn $103,750 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
319 Population 253/sq mi density
$103,750 Median Income $48,207 per capita
$263,300 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$103,750 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$263,300 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,750
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $263,300
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.1%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

How Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population319
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density253/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$103,750
Per Capita$48,207
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$74,395M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$263,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden27.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation445 ft (136 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.1%
High School+98.4%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute27 min
Broadband96.3%
Libraries37

Is Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) is $103,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) is $263,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°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 50.9 inches, including 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) has a population of 319 with a density of 253 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

319
Total Population
253
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) is $103,750, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,750
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,207
Avg Weekly Wage$1,946
IRS Avg AGI$156,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)18,002
County GDP$74,395M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,349
Healthcare1,822
Retail1,639
Manufacturing496

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) is $263,300, 7% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,300
7% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.2%

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-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Rate5.15%
Silver Lake CDP (Warren County) has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall27.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation445 ft (136 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density253/sq mi
Coordinates40.9321°N, 74.9504°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.7-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.1%
2% below US avg
High School+98.4%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density253/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Restaurants1,349
Retail Stores1,639

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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