Quick answer
Middlesex County is not in the app's current top-scoring list for New Jersey. The highest-scoring New Jersey counties right now are Hunterdon County, Somerset County, Morris County, Burlington County — compare your county against them inside the app.
| Place | Score | Home value | Rent | Income | Pop. change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunterdon County | 83 | $498,800 | $1,707 | $139,453 | +0.3% |
| Somerset County | 79 | $523,900 | $1,921 | $135,960 | +0.4% |
| Morris County | 77 | $557,000 | $1,860 | $134,929 | +0.3% |
| Burlington County | 76 | $326,700 | $1,669 | $105,271 | +0.5% |
| Sussex County | 76 | $342,800 | $1,503 | $114,316 | +0.2% |
| Gloucester County | 74 | $283,500 | $1,480 | $102,807 | +0.6% |
| Warren County | 68 | $323,100 | $1,368 | $99,596 | +0.5% |
| Ocean County | 60 | $366,600 | $1,702 | $86,411 | +1.2% |
Verdict factors to check before you decide
- 1Price the whole address: taxes, insurance, utilities and HOA, not just the listing.
- 2Confirm the exact city, county and school assignment for the address.
- 3Drive the commute at the hours you will actually travel.
- 4Check flood, heat and storm exposure on official maps.
- 5Compare crime at the jurisdiction level, then visit at night.
Frequently asked questions
Is Middlesex County, NJ Worth the Cost?
Middlesex County is not in the app's current top-scoring list for New Jersey. The highest-scoring New Jersey counties right now are Hunterdon County, Somerset County, Morris County, Burlington County — compare your county against them inside the app.
What are the best places to live in New Jersey?
In the Smart Movers Club app, the top-scoring New Jersey cities are Hillsborough, Fair Lawn, Ridgewood, Lindenwold, Toms River, and the top counties are Hunterdon County, Somerset County, Morris County, Burlington County. Scores combine income, housing, growth, employment and education.
Does New Jersey have a state income tax?
Yes, New Jersey taxes wage income. Check the state revenue department for current rates and compare property and sales taxes too.
Where does this data come from?
Figures come from the Smart Movers Club app, which compiles U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates and FBI state crime rates. Census figures are survey estimates, not live listing prices.
