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Comprehensive Data Report

Mountainside, NJ

ZIP Code 07092

Union County

Population
6,991
Median Income
$162,531
Home Value
$719,000
Livability
73/100
Total Population
6,991
Median Household Income
$162,531
Median Home Value
$719,000
Median Rent
$3,501

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 77/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

Median age of 50 years suggests an established, mature community.

83% owner-occupancy rate indicates a stable residential community with strong homeownership.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
6,991 residents
Median Age
50.1 years
Safety Score
77/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
73
Good
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
82/100
Cost of Living
50/100
Safety
77/100
Education
37/100
Employment
95/100
Housing
93/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Mountainside, NJ 07092

Coordinates: 40.6807°, -74.3584°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
150
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
223
Above avg
Transportation
112
Above avg
Healthcare
106
Average
Groceries
118
Above avg
Utilities
110
Average
Overall
150
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
4,404
Employment Rate
88.0%
Avg. Commute
28 min
Work From Home
18%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Professional Services
17.6%
Retail Trade
13.3%
Healthcare & Social Assistance
12.9%
Manufacturing
12.9%
Education
9.2%
Total Employed
3,875
Total Unemployed
529
Unemployment Rate
12.0%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
50.1 years
Per Capita Income
$79,245
Poverty Rate
2.4%