Snow Load in New Jersey

21 counties — Average 22.6 PSF (Moderate)

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Light (42.9%) Moderate (38.1%) Case Study (19.0%)
Light — 9 counties with 1–20 PSF. Standard roof construction is typically sufficient.
Moderate — 8 counties with 21–40 PSF. Roofs need reinforced framing to handle regular snow buildup.
Case Study — 4 counties where snow loads vary too much to assign one number. A licensed engineer must determine the load for your specific site.

Based on ASCE 7-22, the national standard for structural snow loads used by engineers and building codes across the US.

New Jersey Snow Load Map

Counties colored by snow load classification.

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All 21 Counties — By Snow Load

CountyClassificationSnow Load
Atlantic Light 20 PSF
Bergen Light 20 PSF
Burlington Moderate 25 PSF
Camden Moderate 25 PSF
Cape May Light 20 PSF
Cumberland Light 20 PSF
Essex Moderate 25 PSF
Gloucester Light 20 PSF
Hudson Light 20 PSF
Hunterdon Case Study Site Study
Mercer Moderate 25 PSF
Middlesex Moderate 25 PSF
Monmouth Light 20 PSF
Morris Case Study Site Study
Ocean Light 20 PSF
Passaic Moderate 25 PSF
Salem Light 20 PSF
Somerset Moderate 30 PSF
Sussex Case Study Site Study
Union Moderate 25 PSF
Warren Case Study Site Study

Source: ASCE 7-22 ground snow load data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the snow load in New Jersey?

New Jersey has an average ground snow load of 22.6 PSF, classified as moderate. Out of 21 counties: 9 light, 8 moderate, 4 case study.

Which New Jersey counties have the highest snow load?

4 counties require a site-specific case study. See the county table above for a complete breakdown.

How do I check snow load for my New Jersey address?

Enter your ZIP code in the search box above to see your area's ASCE 7-22 ground snow load, classification, and roof snow load calculator.

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