Perth Amboy

NJ

Middlesex County, New Jersey

Population 871K |Median income $111,549 |7 hospitals

Population
871,290
Middlesex County
Median Income
$111,549
+64% vs avg
Median Home Value
$462,900
+103% vs avg
Median Age
39.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
871K+7%
Median Income
$111,549+40%
Median Home Value
$462,900+40%
Poverty Rate
8.6%+1%
Unemployment
6.7%-26%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,871/mo
Poverty Rate
8.6% -39% vs avg
Unemployment 6.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 45.6%
Work From Home 18.1%
Public Transit 5.9%

Population

White 40.9%
Asian 25.5%
African American 10.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.8%
High Blood Pressure
33.2%
Obesity
29.9%
Physical Inactivity
25.3%
Binge Drinking
14.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.8%
Diabetes
11.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
11%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.8%
Current Smoking
10%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.8%
Dental Visit 66.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.1%
Stroke
2.8%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
3
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
7
With ER
5
SAINT PETER'S UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
NEW BRUNSWICK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF PRINCETON AT PLAINSBORO
PLAINSBORO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
RARITAN BAY MEDICAL CENTER
PERTH AMBOY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
JFK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
EDISON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
NEW BRUNSWICK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Perth Amboy Area 6

FDA Recalls

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

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Italianway Import, Inc. Recalls Vergani 1944 Milano Gluten-Free Pandoro Due to Potential Teflon Contamination

FDA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Coastal Waters Between Manasquan Inlet and Great Egg Inlet NJ

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for New Jersey Coastal Waters Until 11:00 PM EDT

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Multiple Southern New Jersey Counties Until 9:45 PM

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Perth Amboy, NJ? ▼
Perth Amboy, NJ has a population of 871,290 people, located in Middlesex County, New Jersey.
What is the median household income in Perth Amboy? ▼
The median household income in Perth Amboy, NJ is $111,549 per year. The poverty rate is 8.6%.
What is the median home value in Perth Amboy? ▼
The median home value in Perth Amboy, NJ is $462,900. Median rent is $1,871/month.
What are the top health concerns in Perth Amboy? ▼
The top health indicators in Perth Amboy include Short Sleep Duration (38.8%), High Blood Pressure (33.2%), Obesity (29.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Perth Amboy? ▼
Perth Amboy has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Perth Amboy? ▼
The median age in Perth Amboy, NJ is 39.5 years. 45.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Perth Amboy, NJ is located in Middlesex County, New Jersey. With a population of 871K and a median household income of $111,549, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Perth Amboy area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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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 (Middlesex 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.