What are the schools like in Guttenberg, NJ?

Guttenberg is served primarily by Guttenberg School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.4:1.

What is the median household income in Guttenberg?

The median household income in Guttenberg, NJ is $76,187 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.2%.

What is the weather like in Guttenberg, NJ?

Guttenberg has an average high temperature of 39.5°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 29.8 inches.

Guttenberg, NJ Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Guttenberg, NJ affordable or expensive?

Guttenberg's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Guttenberg is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $364,500 and the median rent is $1,698 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Guttenberg, NJ?

Guttenberg has a violent crime rate of 210.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 954.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Guttenberg, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Guttenberg is a small city of 11,765 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $76,187 and a 8.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Guttenberg stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Guttenberg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Guttenberg city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 112.5

Guttenberg's overall cost of living index is 112.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Guttenberg costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Guttenberg, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$364,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,698	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	41.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$76,187	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Guttenberg's violent crime rate is 210.0 per 100,000 residents — 45% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

210.0 /100k

Property Crime

954.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Guttenberg is served primarily by Guttenberg School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Guttenberg, NJ	National Avg
School District	Guttenberg School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	42.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Guttenberg sees average highs of 39.5°F in January and 84.9°F in July, with 49.5 inches of annual precipitation and 29.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Guttenberg, NJ
Average High — January	39.5°F
Average High — July	84.9°F
Annual Precipitation	49.5"
Annual Snowfall	29.8"

Demographics

Metric	Guttenberg, NJ	National Avg
Population	11,765	—
Median Age	37.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	37.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	49.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	4.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	35.5%	18.9%
Asian	7.2%	6.3%
Under 18	20.2%	22.2%
65 and over	13.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

West New York, NJ 1 mi Fairview, NJ 2 mi Cliffside Park, NJ 2 mi Union City, NJ 2 mi Edgewater, NJ 3 mi

Guttenberg vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guttenberg, NJ affordable or expensive?

Guttenberg's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Guttenberg roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $364,500 and median rent is $1,698/month.

What is the crime rate in Guttenberg, NJ?

Guttenberg's violent crime rate is 210.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 954.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Guttenberg?

Public schools in Guttenberg are operated by Guttenberg School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1. 42.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Guttenberg, NJ a good place to live?

Guttenberg, NJ has a population of 11,765, a median household income of $76,187, and an unemployment rate of 8.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Guttenberg?

Guttenberg averages 39.5°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.5 inches with about 29.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Guttenberg?

The population of Guttenberg, New Jersey is 11,765 with a median age of 37.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Guttenberg?

Key numbers for living in Guttenberg: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $364,500, median household income $76,187, crime index 51 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Guttenberg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.