Kinnelon borough, New Jersey
Kinnelon borough profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Kinnelon borough is a geographic entity located in Morris County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,138. The land area covers 18.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 10,138 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,348 | ±179 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,463 | ±183 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,348 | ±179 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 115 | ±85 |
| Median Home Value | $706,400 | ±$41,502 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,282 | ±$277 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $187,438 | ±$21,914 |
| Per Capita Income | $83,585 | ±$9,664 |
| Poverty Rate | 2% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 199 | ±166 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.1% | ±5.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,285 | ±376 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.6% | ±2.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 10,108 (2024)
ID: 170211
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
130 KINNELON RD, KINNELON NJ 07405-2336
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GUS Population: 523,053 (2024)
ID: 109043
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK OF THE FREEHOLDER BOARD
PO BOX 900, MORRISTOWN NJ 07963-0900
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BUTLER, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | NEWARK, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | WYCKOFF, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | GARFIELD, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Passaic, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | DOVER, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Oak Ridge, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | ROCKAWAY, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Rockaway, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | FAIRFIELD, NJ |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Saint Elizabeth University
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College | 14.1 mi away | 2 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, 07960 |
9732904000
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FLORHAM PARK FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 107 RIDGEDALE AVENUE, FLORHAM PARK, NJ, 07932 |
(201) 377-2694
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Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus
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College | 14.5 mi away | 285 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ, 07940 |
9734438500
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MORRISTOWN BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 1 MILLER ROAD, MORRISTOWN, NJ, 07960 |
(201) 538-6161
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Drew University
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College | 15.4 mi away | 36 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ, 07940 |
9734083000
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MORRISTOWN-MORRIS TWP JNT PUB LIB
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 1 MILLER ROAD, MORRISTOWN, NJ, 07960 |
(201) 538-6161
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Empire Beauty School-Bloomfield
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College Vocational | 16.2 mi away | 15 Ward Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003 |
8009204593
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LIVINGSTON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 10 ROBERT H. HARP DRIVE, LIVINGSTON, NJ, 07039 |
(201) 992-4600
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Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine
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College | 16.3 mi away | 440 Franklin Street, Suite 500, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003-3551 |
9737468717
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GLEN RIDGE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 240 RIDGEWOOD AVENUE, GLEN RIDGE, NJ, 07028 |
(201) 748-5482
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CHARLOTTEBURG RSVR, NJ US, located 3.9 miles from Kinnelon borough. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.8° | 18.7° | 27.2° | 4.11" | — |
| February | 38.6° | 19.4° | 29.0° | 3.15" | — |
| March | 46.6° | 27.2° | 36.9° | 4.45" | — |
| April | 58.9° | 37.5° | 48.2° | 4.22" | — |
| May | 69.8° | 47.5° | 58.6° | 4.01" | — |
| June | 77.8° | 56.7° | 67.3° | 4.85" | — |
| July | 82.9° | 61.4° | 72.1° | 4.59" | — |
| August | 81.3° | 59.5° | 70.4° | 4.33" | — |
| September | 74.8° | 52.4° | 63.6° | 4.88" | — |
| October | 62.9° | 41.4° | 52.1° | 4.97" | — |
| November | 51.1° | 32.2° | 41.6° | 3.79" | — |
| December | 40.8° | 25.0° | 32.9° | 4.81" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinnelon borough | Borough | 0.0 mi | — |
| Butler borough | Borough | 2.3 mi | — |
| Macopin CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Riverdale borough | Borough | 3.8 mi | — |
| Towaco CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Pompton Plains CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3402737110. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.