What are the schools like in High Bridge, NJ?

High Bridge is served primarily by High Bridge Borough School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.3:1.

What is the median household income in High Bridge?

The median household income in High Bridge, NJ is $106,111 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.0%.

What is the weather like in High Bridge, NJ?

High Bridge has an average high temperature of 37.8°F in January and 85.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.1 inches.

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

Q: Is High Bridge, NJ affordable or expensive?

High Bridge's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means High Bridge is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $296,600 and the median rent is $1,476 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in High Bridge, NJ?

High Bridge has a violent crime rate of 4.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 159.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is High Bridge, NJ a Good Place to Live?

High Bridge is a small town of 3,564 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $106,111 and a 6.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: High Bridge stands out for 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 High Bridge is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All High Bridge 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

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

Metric	High Bridge, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$296,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,476	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$106,111	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

High Bridge's violent crime rate is 4.0 per 100,000 residents — 99% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

4.0 /100k

Property Crime

159.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

High Bridge is served primarily by High Bridge Borough School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	High Bridge, NJ	National Avg
School District	High Bridge Borough School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	47.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

High Bridge sees average highs of 37.8°F in January and 85.9°F in July, with 50.2 inches of annual precipitation and 27.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	High Bridge, NJ
Average High — January	37.8°F
Average High — July	85.9°F
Annual Precipitation	50.2"
Annual Snowfall	27.1"

Demographics

Metric	High Bridge, NJ	National Avg
Population	3,564	—
Median Age	40.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	39.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	78.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	5.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.0%	18.9%
Asian	8.6%	6.3%
Under 18	21.6%	22.2%
65 and over	11.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Annandale, NJ 2 mi Clinton, NJ 3 mi Glen Gardner, NJ 3 mi Lebanon, NJ 4 mi Califon, NJ 4 mi

ZIP Codes in High Bridge

High Bridge, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code:

08829

High Bridge vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is High Bridge, NJ affordable or expensive?

High Bridge's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts High Bridge roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $296,600 and median rent is $1,476/month.

What is the crime rate in High Bridge, NJ?

High Bridge's violent crime rate is 4.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 159.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in High Bridge?

Public schools in High Bridge are operated by High Bridge Borough School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.3:1. 47.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is High Bridge, NJ a good place to live?

High Bridge, NJ has a population of 3,564, a median household income of $106,111, and an unemployment rate of 6.0%. 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 High Bridge?

High Bridge averages 37.8°F in January and 85.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.2 inches with about 27.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in High Bridge?

High Bridge, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code: 08829.

What is the population of High Bridge?

The population of High Bridge, New Jersey is 3,564 with a median age of 40.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in High Bridge?

Key numbers for living in High Bridge: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $296,600, median household income $106,111, crime index 4 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare High Bridge side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.