Hopatcong, NJ Overview

Still a favored destination for summer visitors, Hopatcong Borough has matured and evolved into a desirable year-round community.  The state’s largest lake ensures residents of ample opportunities for boating and water sports against the backdrop of a wooded shoreline.  Because this area grew up catering to visitors, many popular restaurants and night spots are available for evening entertainment.  Housing options include a number of former summer cottages that have been converted to attractive year-round homes.  Local shopping facilities are expanded by the sprawling Rockaway Townsquare Mall.  Transportation efficiencies include Route 206 and access to Interstate 80 as well as local bus and taxi service.  Hopatcong State Park crowns the recreational amenities that include an ice-skating rink, athletic fields, and private sports clubs.

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000) -5%
Population Density (ppl / mile) 1,390.00
Household Size (ppl) 2.675
Households w/ Children 23%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover 0%
5+ Years in Residency 43%
Median Year in Residency 4.34

Housing Inventory

Hopatcong, NJ Housing Inventory 625 641 5,013 5,013 625 5,013

Market Overview

79 listings with an estimated median price of $399,000

Price Count
$0 - 100K 5
$100K - 200K 8
$200K - 300K 6
$300K - 400K 24
$400K - 500K 20
$500K - 600K 3
$600K - 700K 3
$700K - 800K 1
$800K - 900K 3
$1M - Max 6
Property Type Count
Single Family 61
Condo 3
Commercial 4
Rental 7
Lots and Land 10
Multi Family 1

(Data as of 9/23/2024)

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Hopatcong, NJ Population Demographics

Total: 15,086

Households:5,638

Median Age: 42.97

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature (degrees F)

Hopatcong, NJ Temperature

Weather Risk

Hopatcong, NJ Weather Risk

Education

The Community Educational Index chart is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. Factors used in creating the index below are income, educational achievement, and occupation of persons within the selected ZIP code. Since this index is based on the population of an entire Zip code, it may not reflect the nature of an individual school.

Education Climate Index

Hopatcong, NJ Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Hopatcong, NJ Highest Education Level Attained 3,460 2,483 515 88 916 2,295 884 3,460 2,483 515 88 916

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Hopatcong, NJ Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $79,818)

Hopatcong, NJ Income by dollar range 146 92 84 127 174 131 282 269 193 436 673 946 833 388 551 175 75 63

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Studio
$1,007
One Bedroom
$1,063
Two Bedroom
$1,288
Three Bedroom
$1,655
Four Bedroom
$1,886

Smoking Ban

The Smoking Ban data indicates whether an area has a smoking ban in place for workplaces, restaurants or bars. This information represents that of the search area and may not reflect that of the whole County or State.

Workplaces
Yes
Restaurants
Yes
Bars
Yes

Crime

The Crime Index compares the risk or probability of future occurrence of certain types of crime in this community as compared to the national average. The national average for each type of crime equals a score of 1.0, so a score of 2.0 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 0.50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Hopatcong, NJ Crime

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