What are the schools like in Hopatcong, NJ?

Hopatcong is served primarily by Hopatcong Borough School District. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.9:1.

What is the median household income in Hopatcong?

The median household income in Hopatcong, NJ is $107,670 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.

What is the weather like in Hopatcong, NJ?

Hopatcong has an average high temperature of 35.9°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Hopatcong, NJ affordable or expensive?

Hopatcong's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hopatcong is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $284,600 and the median rent is $1,682 per month.

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

Hopatcong has a violent crime rate of 74.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 176.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hopatcong, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Hopatcong is a small city of 14,411 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $107,670 and a 3.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Hopatcong stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A-).

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

All Hopatcong 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

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

Metric	Hopatcong, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$284,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,682	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$107,670	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hopatcong's violent crime rate is 74.7 per 100,000 residents — 80% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

74.7 /100k

Property Crime

176.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Hopatcong is served primarily by Hopatcong Borough School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hopatcong, NJ	National Avg
School District	Hopatcong Borough School District	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	35.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hopatcong sees average highs of 35.9°F in January and 83.6°F in July, with 50.0 inches of annual precipitation and 28.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hopatcong, NJ
Average High — January	35.9°F
Average High — July	83.6°F
Annual Precipitation	50.0"
Annual Snowfall	28.1"

Demographics

Metric	Hopatcong, NJ	National Avg
Population	14,411	—
Median Age	41.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	81.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.7%	18.9%
Asian	3.1%	6.3%
Under 18	18.6%	22.2%
65 and over	13.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Mount Arlington, NJ 2 mi Lake Hopatcong, NJ 3 mi Byram Center, NJ 3 mi Landing, NJ 3 mi Port Morris, NJ 3 mi

ZIP Codes in Hopatcong

Hopatcong, NJ is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

07821 07843

Hopatcong vs Other Cities

Hopatcong, NJ vs Mount Arlington, NJ Hopatcong, NJ vs Lake Hopatcong, NJ Hopatcong, NJ vs Byram Center, NJ Hopatcong, NJ vs Landing, NJ Hopatcong, NJ vs Port Morris, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hopatcong, NJ affordable or expensive?

Hopatcong's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Hopatcong roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $284,600 and median rent is $1,682/month.

What is the crime rate in Hopatcong, NJ?

Hopatcong's violent crime rate is 74.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 176.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hopatcong?

Public schools in Hopatcong are operated by Hopatcong Borough School District. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.9:1. 35.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hopatcong, NJ a good place to live?

Hopatcong, NJ has a population of 14,411, a median household income of $107,670, and an unemployment rate of 3.1%. 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 Hopatcong?

Hopatcong averages 35.9°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.0 inches with about 28.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hopatcong?

Hopatcong, NJ is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 07821, 07843.

What is the population of Hopatcong?

The population of Hopatcong, New Jersey is 14,411 with a median age of 41.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hopatcong?

Key numbers for living in Hopatcong: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $284,600, median household income $107,670, crime index 15 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hopatcong side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.