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Allenwood, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Allenwood is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 721. Residents earn $217,500 per year, which is 189% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
721 Population 412/sq mi density
$217,500 Median Income $68,178 per capita
$727,600 Home Value $946,324 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$217,500 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$727,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $217,500
189% higher than US avg
Home Value $727,600
158% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.7%
65% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
58% lower than US avg

How Allenwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population721
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density412/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$217,500
Per Capita$68,178
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$727,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$946,324
Housing Units276
Rent Burden31.4%

Health

Obesity28.6%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking8.5%
Depression15.8%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation41 ft (12 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+19.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute31 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries37

Is Allenwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Allenwood receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Allenwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Allenwood is $217,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 189% above $75,149. This places Allenwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Allenwood is $727,600, making it a premium housing market at 158% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Allenwood is a highly educated community — 55.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Allenwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Allenwood has a population of 721 with a density of 412 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

721
Total Population
412
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Allenwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Allenwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Allenwood is $217,500, which is 189% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Allenwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$217,500
189% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,178
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,968
County GDP$52,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,925
Healthcare2,730
Retail2,557
Manufacturing419

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Allenwood is $727,600, 158% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $946,324.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$727,600
158% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$946,324

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.3%
Housing Units276
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Allenwood, 28.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 8.5% are current smokers. 15.8% report depression. 14.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Allenwood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma8.8%
COPD3.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.5%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity14.5%
Depression15.8%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress8.9%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits76.3%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Allenwood has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation41 ft (12 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density412/sq mi
Coordinates40.1354°N, 74.0981°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 55.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.7%
65% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+19.7%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density412/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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