New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
South Bound Brook is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 4,833. Residents earn $102,019 per year, which is 36% above the national average.
Based on current data, South Bound Brook receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. South Bound Brook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in South Bound Brook is $102,019, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places South Bound Brook among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in South Bound Brook is $345,300, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,822 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
South Bound Brook is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 22 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 761 per 100,000, 61% below the national average.
24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
South Bound Brook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 63.6% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 36.4% |
| 172% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $102,019 |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,783 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $2,046 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $152,534 |
| Unemployment | 7.2% |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 10,950 |
| County GDP | $54,494M |
| Restaurants | 823 |
| Healthcare | 1,266 |
| Retail | 1,003 |
| Manufacturing | 243 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $13,089 |
| 274% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.79% |
| Commute Time | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
| Census Median | $345,300 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $443,309 |
| Median List Price | $499,900 |
| Median List Price | $499,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $0 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 106.4% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,822 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $13,089 |
| 274% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.79% |
| Obesity | 32.9% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 9.0% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.1% |
| Depression | 16.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 4,545/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,266 |
| Total Violent | 21.7/100K |
| 94% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 21.7/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 760.5/100K |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 173.8/100K |
| Theft | 586.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.7 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 50 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,435/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5539°N, 74.5275°W |
| County FIPS | 34035 |
Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.0% |
| 29% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.5% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,435/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,266 |
| Restaurants | 823 |
| Retail Stores | 1,003 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| Avg Commute | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |