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Branchville, NJ


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Branchville, New Jersey

Branchville, New Jersey, in Sussex county, is 26 miles NW of Parsippany, New Jersey (center to center) and 41 miles NW of Newark, New Jersey. The town is home to some 845 residents.

The People and Families of Branchville

In Branchville, about 58% of adults are married. People in Branchville have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Branchville had a median family income of $60,909.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,575) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Branchville. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

Branchville Housing

According to the 2000 census, 66% of the housing in Branchville was owner-occupied. The town presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the town as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the town, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Branchville. In the town you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Branchville, 91% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Branchville strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyBranchville Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Branchville Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Branchville Median Family Income
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 12%Branchville Affordability of Property Taxes
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Branchville Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Branchville People in Middle Class or Better
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Branchville Public Transportation Use
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 19%Branchville Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Branchville, NJ

Comparing Branchville to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women107
Well-Paid Single Men106
Age of the Population99
Female Share of the Population810
Senior Citizens79
Racial Diversity41
Male Share of the Population31
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married54
Average Household Size42

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income104
People in Middle Class or Better94
People Above Poverty96
College Educated Adults83

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use92
Working at Home88
Walking and Biking to Work64
Short Commute Times48

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals97
People Living Alone910
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
Affordability of Rents29
Affordability of Property Taxes19
Housing Recently Built11
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