New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Upper Saddle River is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 8,354. Residents earn $246,719 per year, which is 228% above the national average.
Based on current data, Upper Saddle River receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Upper Saddle River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Upper Saddle River is $246,719, which is significantly higher than the national average — 228% above $75,149. This places Upper Saddle River among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
The median home value in Upper Saddle River is $1,101,800, making it a premium housing market at 291% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Upper Saddle River is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 48 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 538 per 100,000, 73% below the national average.
Upper Saddle River is a highly educated community — 74.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Upper Saddle River experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 78.5% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 21.5% |
| 60% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $246,719 |
| 228% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $105,062 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,246 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $106,860 |
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.1% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 12,607 |
| County GDP | $24,442M |
| Restaurants | 835 |
| Healthcare | 1,288 |
| Retail | 1,295 |
| Manufacturing | 219 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $14,358 |
| 310% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.30% |
| Commute Time | 34.9 min |
| Work from Home | 31.6% |
| Census Median | $1,101,800 |
| 291% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,364,700 |
| Median List Price | $1,097,500 |
| Median List Price | $1,097,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $464 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $3,501 |
| 201% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 90.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $14,358 |
| 310% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.30% |
| Obesity | 22.6% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.2% |
| Heart Disease | 3.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.7% |
| Asthma | 8.2% |
| COPD | 3.1% |
| Stroke | 1.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.1% |
| Depression | 15.6% |
| Mental Distress | 13.8% |
| Physical Distress | 8.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,423/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,288 |
| Total Violent | 47.8/100K |
| 87% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 12.0/100K |
| Robbery | 12.0/100K |
| Assault | 23.9/100K |
| Total Property | 537.9/100K |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 59.8/100K |
| Theft | 370.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 107.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.2 inches |
| 27% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 258 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,591/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0632°N, 74.1000°W |
| County FIPS | 36087 |
Winner: Republican by 11.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 74.3% |
| 120% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,591/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 18 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,288 |
| Restaurants | 835 |
| Retail Stores | 1,295 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Avg Commute | 34.9 min |
| Work from Home | 31.6% |