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Hamilton, NJ Utility & Living Guide
Hamilton, New Jersey is the name of several places in the U.S. state of New Jersey:Hamilton Township, Atlantic County, New Jersey Hamilton Township, Mercer County, New Jersey Hamilton, Monmouth County, New Jersey
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
$40/mo
$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
Hamilton’s housing market is competitive with a mix of historic homes and newer developments. Affordable compared to nearby urban areas, but prices are rising steadily.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1000
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.625% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 6.625% + County 0%</p> | |
New Jersey has a progressive income tax ranging from 1.4% to 10.75%.
Family & Relocation
50
6.5/10
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Sidewalks are common but uneven in older neighborhoods; public transit is limited.
- Sayen House and Gardens
- Kuser Farm Park
- Grounds For Sculpture
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📰 Live Local News
Recycling is mandatory; permits required for home renovations.
Financial Tools
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- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
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📊 Hamilton — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
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