New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Upper Pohatcong is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,851. Residents earn $101,338 per year, which is 35% above the national average.
Based on current data, Upper Pohatcong receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Upper Pohatcong stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Upper Pohatcong is $101,338, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Upper Pohatcong among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Upper Pohatcong is $238,400, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,556 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Upper Pohatcong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 84.5% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.5% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $101,338 |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,449 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,160 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,539 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,088 |
| County GDP | $20,982M |
| Restaurants | 726 |
| Healthcare | 748 |
| Retail | 830 |
| Manufacturing | 338 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,459 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.13% |
| Commute Time | 33.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |
| Census Median | $238,400 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,556 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,459 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.13% |
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 19.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,471/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 748 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 310 ft (94 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,848/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6774°N, 75.1557°W |
| County FIPS | 42095 |
Winner: Republican by 1.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.5% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,848/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 748 |
| Restaurants | 726 |
| Retail Stores | 830 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Avg Commute | 33.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |