Independence Twp, NJ Overview

Independence is a township in Warren County, in the Allentown-Bethlehem metro area.  It is part of the eastern region of the Lehigh Valley.  The rural community of Independence is ideal for those who prefer open space, rolling hills, rich woodlands, and a country lifestyle.  Scattered retail shops provide daily conveniences, with larger malls nearby.  In addition to picturesque farms and attractive residential development, this area features the nearby Panther Valley Country Club, breathtaking Saxton Falls, a portion of beautiful Jenny Jump Forest, and Allamuchy Mountain State Park.  Interstate 80 combines with bus service to New York and Pennsylvania for convenient transportation links.  Playgrounds, parks, athletic fields, tennis courts, sports leagues, supervised programs, 4-H Club, and community programs provide quality options for leisure hours.

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000)-1%
Population Density (ppl / mile)282.00
Household Size (ppl)2.525
Households w/ Children26%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover0%
5+ Years in Residency34%
Median Year in Residency3.73

Housing Inventory

Independence Twp, NJ Housing Inventory 794411,7581,758794411,758

Market Overview

30 listings with an estimated median price of $383,700

PriceCount
$0 - 100K4
$200K - 300K3
$300K - 400K11
$400K - 500K5
$500K - 600K1
$600K - 700K2
$700K - 800K3
$900K - 1M1
Property TypeCount
Single Family15
Condo10
Commercial2
Rental1
Lots and Land3

(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.

Independence Twp, NJ Population Demographics

Total: 5,559

Households:2,199

Median Age: 43.80

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)

Independence Twp, NJ Temperature

Weather Risk

Independence Twp, 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

Independence Twp, NJ Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Independence Twp, NJ Highest Education Level Attained 1,191800121823798085021,19180012182379

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Independence Twp, NJ Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $85,493)

Independence Twp, NJ Income by dollar range 7319551003390673263120290329283253250793428

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
$795
One Bedroom
$927
Two Bedroom
$1,118
Three Bedroom
$1,399
Four Bedroom
$1,683

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.

Independence Twp, NJ Crime

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