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County overview

Hunterdon County

New Jersey - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Hunterdon County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Hunterdon County

Population
129,099
Age 65+
19.6%
Median age
46.4
Owner-occupied
84.5%
With disability
8.8%
Median home value
$478,600
Median income
$133,534
Residents 65+
25,330
How Hunterdon County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+18.8%
% owner-occupied
+30.4%
% with disability
-31.8%
Median household income
+77.7%
Median home value
+69.8%
Median age
+20.5%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

Local Age At Home Pro's

Top-rated contractors in New Jersey

Contractors serving Hunterdon County and the broader New Jersey region. Please verify they meet your licensing and insurance needs.

Aging-in-place in Hunterdon County

Hunterdon County is home to roughly 129,099 residents, of whom about 25,303 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 19.6%, well above the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 84.5% of homes in Hunterdon County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $478,600. That's a higher-than-average ownership rate, which often correlates with longer tenures in the home and a stronger appetite for investment in accessibility upgrades. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 8.8% of Hunterdon County residents report a disability, a rate below national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.