Hopatcong

NJ

Sussex County, New Jersey

Population 146K |Median income $116,186 |1 hospital

Population
145,807
Sussex County
Median Income
$116,186
+71% vs avg
Median Home Value
$369,400
+62% vs avg
Median Age
43.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
146K-1%
Median Income
$116,186+33%
Median Home Value
$369,400+29%
Poverty Rate
5.5%-4%
Unemployment
5.1%-45%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,585/mo
Poverty Rate
5.5% -61% vs avg
Unemployment 5.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 40.3%
Work From Home 14.9%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 82.3%
Asian 2%
African American 1.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
35.5%
High Blood Pressure
33.3%
Obesity
26.9%
Physical Inactivity
21.3%
Binge Drinking
16.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.8%
Current Smoking
11.2%
Diabetes
9.5%
Current Asthma
9.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 70.3%
Annual Checkup 78.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.8%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER
NEWTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Hopatcong Area 6

Flood Warnings

Environment Agency Issues Flood Alert for Upper River Ems Valley in West Sussex

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Flood Warnings

Groundwater Flood Alert Issued for West Dean, Singleton, and Surrounding West Sussex Areas

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn 'Flood HR' Underway in Sussex Inlet

NSW RFS · 1d ago
Bushfire Alerts

NSW RFS Conducts 10-Hectare Hazard Reduction Burn in Sussex Inlet

NSW RFS · 2d ago
Bushfire Alerts

NSW Rural Fire Service Manages 10-Hectare Hazard Reduction Burn in Sussex Inlet

NSW RFS · 3d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Hopatcong, NJ? ▼
Hopatcong, NJ has a population of 145,807 people, located in Sussex County, New Jersey.
What is the median household income in Hopatcong? ▼
The median household income in Hopatcong, NJ is $116,186 per year. The poverty rate is 5.5%.
What is the median home value in Hopatcong? ▼
The median home value in Hopatcong, NJ is $369,400. Median rent is $1,585/month.
What are the top health concerns in Hopatcong? ▼
The top health indicators in Hopatcong include Short Sleep Duration (35.5%), High Blood Pressure (33.3%), Obesity (26.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Hopatcong? ▼
Hopatcong has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Hopatcong? ▼
The median age in Hopatcong, NJ is 43.8 years. 40.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Hopatcong, NJ is located in Sussex County, New Jersey. With a population of 146K and a median household income of $116,186, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Hopatcong area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Sussex County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.