Introduction


  
  Community Information

Population

Total Population 8,179
Population Density 5,274 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 4,165
Male Population 4,014
Median Age 37 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 60%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College MIDDLESEX COUNTY COLLEGE
Distance to MIDDLESEX COUNTY COLLEGE 4 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL
Distance to RABBI JACOB JOSEPH SCHOOL 6 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 2,892
Family Households 1,976
Average Family Size 3.55
Average Household Income $67,093
Median Household Income $60,440
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 60%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.42
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.50
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.44
Murder Risk (County) 0.39
Rape Risk (County) 0.31
Robbery Risk 0.58
Assault Risk (County) 0.43
Property Risk (County) 0.57
Burglary Risk (County) 0.57
Larceny Risk (County) 0.64
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.63

Environment

Average July High Temperature 85.4° F
Average January Low Temperature 21.1° F
Annual Precipitation 48.78 inches
Air Pollution Index 100% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 7%
Nearest Airport NEWARK LIBERTY INTL
Distance to NEWARK LIBERTY INTL 16 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team STATEN ISLAND YANKEES (A)
Distance to STATEN ISLAND YANKEES (A) 16 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
SOUTH AMBOY MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL7 - 12200 HAROLD G HUFFMAN PLA, SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
CARDINAL MCCARRICK HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12310 AUGUSTA ST, SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMYK - 8100 CHEVALIER AVE, SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
SACRED HEART SCHOOLK - 8229 CEDAR ST, SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
SOUTH AMBOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 6249 JOHN ST, SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 8301 2ND ST, SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
SELOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLPRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN150 LINCOLN ST, SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSAMBOY BANK100 N BROADWAY SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
BANKSAMBOY BANK1086 US HIGHWAY 9 SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
BANKSPROVIDENT BANK600 WASHINGTON AVE SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
BANKSSOVEREIGN BANK1126 US HIGHWAY 9 SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
BANKSSOVEREIGN BANK920 US HIGHWAY 9 SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK116 N BROADWAY SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
08879174$324,000$320,300
Displaying 1-5 of 5 in $200-500k range
This meticulously appointed 2 BR, 2.5 BA w/1 car garage TH features wood floors and recessed lighting.  Kitchen features maple cabinets w/ granite counter tops & stainless steel appliances. Custom woodwork in the dining room, master bedroom and family room. Master bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet & bath w/ jacuzzi tub & stall shower. The perfect location and price for NYC commuter.
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 South Amboy, NJ 08879
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$459,000

This meticulously appointed 2 BR, 2.5 BA w/1 car garage TH features wood floors and recessed lighting.  Kitchen features maple cabinets w/ granite counter tops & stainless steel appliances.Custom woodwork in the dining room, family room and master bedroom.   Master bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet & bath w/ jacuzzi tub & stall shower. The perfect location and price for NYC commuter
 21 RARITAN REACH RD
 South Amboy, NJ 08879
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$459,000

Nice water view from this 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath tri-level townhouse.  Located on the South Amboy waterfront. This townhome is close to trains, buses and major highways - a commuters dream
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 SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$430,000

Urgrades galore.Kitchen totally renovated w/Cherry cabinets,Granite counter tops & splashguards, ceramic tile floor, new appliances.Ceiling fans.Bathrooms upgraded,one has double sink.Oversized fenced back yard.7 car Concrete Paved Driveway w/attached carport.BIG Liv.Rm. and BIG MBR with large walk in closet.Newer Timberline roof,furnace,wtr htr.2-Zone Cent A.C., one brand new.Hardwood or ceramic tile floors throughout.Enclosed 3 season sunroom.Shed in Bk yard.Commuter's dream:1/2hr to NYC.
 6 CHARMELLO DR
 South Amboy, NJ 08879
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$368,900

DO IT YOURSELF...fresh paint and tender loving care needed. Invest in your future. This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home is the place for you. Large eat-in-kitchen, that open and bright look, and timeless design. Close to train, bus and major highways. Why wait?
 129 S PINE AVE
 South Amboy, NJ 08879
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$225,000


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