What are the schools like in Ogdensburg, NJ?

Ogdensburg is served primarily by Ogdensburg Borough School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.2:1.

What is the median household income in Ogdensburg?

The median household income in Ogdensburg, NJ is $107,569 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.6%.

What is the weather like in Ogdensburg, NJ?

Ogdensburg has an average high temperature of 36.0°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Ogdensburg, NJ affordable or expensive?

Ogdensburg's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ogdensburg is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $277,100 and the median rent is $1,538 per month.

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

Ogdensburg has a violent crime rate of 22.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 97.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Ogdensburg, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Ogdensburg is a small town of 2,215 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $107,569 and a 12.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Ogdensburg stands out for solid school ratings (A).

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

All Ogdensburg 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

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

Metric	Ogdensburg, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$277,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,538	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	92.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$107,569	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Ogdensburg's violent crime rate is 22.1 per 100,000 residents — 94% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

22.1 /100k

Property Crime

97.5 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Ogdensburg is served primarily by Ogdensburg Borough School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ogdensburg, NJ	National Avg
School District	Ogdensburg Borough School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	26.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ogdensburg sees average highs of 36.0°F in January and 83.6°F in July, with 51.1 inches of annual precipitation and 28.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ogdensburg, NJ
Average High — January	36.0°F
Average High — July	83.6°F
Annual Precipitation	51.1"
Annual Snowfall	28.1"

Demographics

Metric	Ogdensburg, NJ	National Avg
Population	2,215	—
Median Age	42.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	35.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.1%	18.9%
Asian	2.6%	6.3%
Under 18	17.0%	22.2%
65 and over	17.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Franklin, NJ 2 mi Hamburg, NJ 5 mi Lake Mohawk, NJ 6 mi Oak Ridge, NJ 6 mi Ross Corner, NJ 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Ogdensburg

Ogdensburg, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code:

07439

Ogdensburg vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ogdensburg, NJ affordable or expensive?

Ogdensburg's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Ogdensburg roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $277,100 and median rent is $1,538/month.

What is the crime rate in Ogdensburg, NJ?

Ogdensburg's violent crime rate is 22.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 97.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Ogdensburg?

Public schools in Ogdensburg are operated by Ogdensburg Borough School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1. 26.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ogdensburg, NJ a good place to live?

Ogdensburg, NJ has a population of 2,215, a median household income of $107,569, and an unemployment rate of 12.6%. 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 Ogdensburg?

Ogdensburg averages 36.0°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.1 inches with about 28.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ogdensburg?

Ogdensburg, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code: 07439.

What is the population of Ogdensburg?

The population of Ogdensburg, New Jersey is 2,215 with a median age of 42.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ogdensburg?

Key numbers for living in Ogdensburg: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $277,100, median household income $107,569, crime index 5 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ogdensburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.