Hamilton, NJ Utility & Living Guide

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Hamilton, NJ Utility & Living Guide

Living in Hamilton offers a suburban feel with easy access to major cities like Philadelphia and New York.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$295/mo
1BR Rent$1400/mo
Sales Tax6.625%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$380,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

PSE&G
🔥 Gas

$40/mo

PSE&G
💧 Water

$45/mo

Hamilton Township Municipal Utilities Authority
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Hamilton Township Department of Public Works
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $295/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1400/mo
2 Bedrooms$1800/mo
3 Bedrooms$2400/mo
Median Home Price$380,000
Property Tax Rate1.1%
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

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6.625%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<p>State 6.625% + County 0%</p>

New Jersey has a progressive income tax ranging from 1.4% to 10.75%.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% growing
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with industries in logistics, healthcare, and retail.
Top Local Concerns
traffic congestion, property taxes, school funding
🚌 Transit for Families

Sidewalks are common but uneven in older neighborhoods; public transit is limited.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Sayen House and Gardens
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    Kuser Farm Park
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    Grounds For Sculpture

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Yardville and Groveville are popular for families due to good schools and parks. Robbinsville offers newer developments but higher prices.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

Recycling is mandatory; permits required for home renovations.

Hamilton is seeing growth in logistics and healthcare sectors. Remote work trends are increasing demand for suburban housing.

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📊 Hamilton — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$117,000
👤 Median Age
46.7
🏠 Homeownership Rate
94.8%
🔑 Renter Rate
5.2%
📉 Poverty Rate
2.6%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.0%
📡 Internet Access
94.4%
🎓 College Educated
46.9%

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