What are the schools like in South Bound Brook, NJ?

South Bound Brook is served primarily by South Bound Brook Public School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.3:1.

What is the median household income in South Bound Brook?

The median household income in South Bound Brook, NJ is $92,625 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.3%.

What is the weather like in South Bound Brook, NJ?

South Bound Brook has an average high temperature of 40.7°F in January and 88.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.0 inches.

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

Q: Is South Bound Brook, NJ affordable or expensive?

South Bound Brook's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means South Bound Brook is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $316,600 and the median rent is $1,598 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in South Bound Brook, NJ?

South Bound Brook has a violent crime rate of 20.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 898.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is South Bound Brook, NJ a Good Place to Live?

South Bound Brook is a small town of 4,838 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $92,625 and a 7.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: South Bound Brook stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

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

All South Bound Brook 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

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

Metric	South Bound Brook, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$316,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,598	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$92,625	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

South Bound Brook's violent crime rate is 20.9 per 100,000 residents — 94% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

20.9 /100k

Property Crime

898.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

South Bound Brook is served primarily by South Bound Brook Public School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	South Bound Brook, NJ	National Avg
School District	South Bound Brook Public School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

South Bound Brook sees average highs of 40.7°F in January and 88.1°F in July, with 49.6 inches of annual precipitation and 21.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	South Bound Brook, NJ
Average High — January	40.7°F
Average High — July	88.1°F
Annual Precipitation	49.6"
Annual Snowfall	21.0"

Demographics

Metric	South Bound Brook, NJ	National Avg
Population	4,838	—
Median Age	37.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	49.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	16.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	28.3%	18.9%
Asian	3.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.2%	22.2%
65 and over	11.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in South Bound Brook

South Bound Brook, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code:

08880

South Bound Brook vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Bound Brook, NJ affordable or expensive?

South Bound Brook's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts South Bound Brook roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $316,600 and median rent is $1,598/month.

What is the crime rate in South Bound Brook, NJ?

South Bound Brook's violent crime rate is 20.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 898.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in South Bound Brook?

Public schools in South Bound Brook are operated by South Bound Brook Public School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1. 27.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is South Bound Brook, NJ a good place to live?

South Bound Brook, NJ has a population of 4,838, a median household income of $92,625, and an unemployment rate of 7.3%. 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 South Bound Brook?

South Bound Brook averages 40.7°F in January and 88.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.6 inches with about 21.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in South Bound Brook?

South Bound Brook, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code: 08880.

What is the population of South Bound Brook?

The population of South Bound Brook, New Jersey is 4,838 with a median age of 37.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in South Bound Brook?

Key numbers for living in South Bound Brook: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $316,600, median household income $92,625, crime index 20 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare South Bound Brook side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.