What are the schools like in Six Mile Run, NJ?

Six Mile Run is served primarily by Franklin Township Public School District. The district operates 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.5:1.

What is the median household income in Six Mile Run?

The median household income in Six Mile Run, NJ is $115,526 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.3%.

What is the weather like in Six Mile Run, NJ?

Six Mile Run has an average high temperature of 40.3°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 29.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Six Mile Run, NJ affordable or expensive?

Six Mile Run's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Six Mile Run is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $525,800 and the median rent is $1,864 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Six Mile Run, NJ?

Six Mile Run has a violent crime rate of 20.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 290.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Six Mile Run, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Six Mile Run is a small town of 3,535 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $115,526 and a 2.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Six Mile Run stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

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

All Six Mile Run 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

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

Metric	Six Mile Run, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$525,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,864	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	60.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$115,526	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Six Mile Run's violent crime rate is 20.4 per 100,000 residents — 95% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

20.4 /100k

Property Crime

290.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Six Mile Run is served primarily by Franklin Township Public School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Six Mile Run, NJ	National Avg
School District	Franklin Township Public School District	—
Elementary Schools	7	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	69.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Six Mile Run sees average highs of 40.3°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 49.3 inches of annual precipitation and 29.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Six Mile Run, NJ
Average High — January	40.3°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	49.3"
Annual Snowfall	29.0"

Demographics

Metric	Six Mile Run, NJ	National Avg
Population	3,535	—
Median Age	38.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	44.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	32.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	33.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.3%	18.9%
Asian	26.6%	6.3%
Under 18	19.0%	22.2%
65 and over	13.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Six Mile Run

Six Mile Run, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code:

08873

Six Mile Run vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Six Mile Run, NJ affordable or expensive?

Six Mile Run's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Six Mile Run roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $525,800 and median rent is $1,864/month.

What is the crime rate in Six Mile Run, NJ?

Six Mile Run's violent crime rate is 20.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 290.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Six Mile Run?

Public schools in Six Mile Run are operated by Franklin Township Public School District. The district has 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1. 69.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Six Mile Run, NJ a good place to live?

Six Mile Run, NJ has a population of 3,535, a median household income of $115,526, and an unemployment rate of 2.3%. 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 Six Mile Run?

Six Mile Run averages 40.3°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.3 inches with about 29.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Six Mile Run?

Six Mile Run, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code: 08873.

What is the population of Six Mile Run?

The population of Six Mile Run, New Jersey is 3,535 with a median age of 38.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Six Mile Run?

Key numbers for living in Six Mile Run: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $525,800, median household income $115,526, crime index 9 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Six Mile Run side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.