What are the schools like in Hamburg, NJ?

Hamburg is served primarily by Hardyston Township School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.0:1.

What is the median household income in Hamburg?

The median household income in Hamburg, NJ is $78,586 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.1%.

What is the weather like in Hamburg, NJ?

Hamburg has an average high temperature of 36.0°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 38.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Hamburg, NJ affordable or expensive?

Hamburg's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hamburg is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $241,900 and the median rent is $1,667 per month.

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

Hamburg has a violent crime rate of 149.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 596.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hamburg, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Hamburg is a small town of 3,274 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $78,586 and a 5.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Hamburg stands out for below-average home prices, 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 Hamburg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hamburg 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

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

Metric	Hamburg, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$241,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,667	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$78,586	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hamburg's violent crime rate is 149.1 per 100,000 residents — 61% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

149.1 /100k

Property Crime

596.3 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Hamburg is served primarily by Hardyston Township School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hamburg, NJ	National Avg
School District	Hardyston Township School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	37.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hamburg sees average highs of 36.0°F in January and 83.6°F in July, with 40.9 inches of annual precipitation and 38.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hamburg, NJ
Average High — January	36.0°F
Average High — July	83.6°F
Annual Precipitation	40.9"
Annual Snowfall	38.7"

Demographics

Metric	Hamburg, NJ	National Avg
Population	3,274	—
Median Age	42.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	74.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	17.4%	18.9%
Asian	5.5%	6.3%
Under 18	17.3%	22.2%
65 and over	15.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Franklin, NJ 3 mi Sussex, NJ 5 mi Vernon Center, NJ 5 mi Ogdensburg, NJ 5 mi Highland Lakes, NJ 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Hamburg

Hamburg, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code:

07419

Hamburg vs Other Cities

Hamburg, NJ vs Franklin, NJ Hamburg, NJ vs Sussex, NJ Hamburg, NJ vs Vernon Center, NJ Hamburg, NJ vs Ogdensburg, NJ Hamburg, NJ vs Highland Lakes, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamburg, NJ affordable or expensive?

Hamburg's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Hamburg roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $241,900 and median rent is $1,667/month.

What is the crime rate in Hamburg, NJ?

Hamburg's violent crime rate is 149.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 596.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hamburg?

Public schools in Hamburg are operated by Hardyston Township School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.0:1. 37.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hamburg, NJ a good place to live?

Hamburg, NJ has a population of 3,274, a median household income of $78,586, and an unemployment rate of 5.1%. 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 Hamburg?

Hamburg averages 36.0°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.9 inches with about 38.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hamburg?

Hamburg, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code: 07419.

What is the population of Hamburg?

The population of Hamburg, New Jersey is 3,274 with a median age of 42.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hamburg?

Key numbers for living in Hamburg: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $241,900, median household income $78,586, crime index 35 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hamburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.