10 Wealthiest Neighborhoods in New Jersey

7) Rumson

Legend holds that Rumson’s name was derived from early settlers who bought the land from the Native Americans in exchange for some rum. It’s a great place to settle down for those who want easy access to beautiful beaches and the surrounding waterways. The town has a population of 7,137, and the median per capita income is $73,692. For a quick peek at the area’s cost of living, median home values hover around $880,000 while rent prices average $1,900 per month. Around 65% of the residents of this community hold a bachelor’s degree and 25% hold an advanced degree. Residents can enjoy the beautiful parks, helicopter rides and much more. If you work in finance or health care, you’ll have many neighbors with similar career paths.

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