South Bound Brook, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Somerset County County
South Bound Brook, NJ
At a Glance
How South Bound Brook Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Bound Brook's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Bound Brook a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Bound Brook residents earn a median household income of $102,019 , which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,783. The unemployment rate stands at 9.4% (161% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 10,950 business establishments, including 823 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Bound Brook is $345,300 , 22% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $458,185. Median rent is $1,822/month, with 39.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
South Bound Brook reports 98 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 610/100K.
Education
24.0% of adults in South Bound Brook hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 88.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Bound Brook 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 totals 47.6 inches.