Audubon Park, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Audubon Park is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 979. Residents earn $53,333 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
979 Population 6,527/sq mi density
$53,333 Median Income $35,381 per capita
$93,800 Home Value
$957 Median Rent 24.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,333 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,800 home value, $957/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,333
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,800
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $957
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.6%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population979
Median Age55.7 yrs
Density6,527/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,333
Per Capita$35,381
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,800
Rent$957
Ownership10.6%
Rent Burden24.1%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,063/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary196/100K

Health

Obesity26.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation19 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+93.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute21 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries16

Is Audubon Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Audubon Park receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Audubon Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Audubon Park is $53,333, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Audubon Park is $93,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $957 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Audubon Park is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,063 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Audubon Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Audubon Park has a population of 979 with a density of 6,527 people per square mile. The median age is 55.7 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

979
Total Population
6,527
People / sq mi
55.7yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Audubon Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Audubon Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Audubon Park is $53,333, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Audubon Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,333
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,381
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Audubon Park is $93,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $957 (18% below US avg). 10.6% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,800
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$957
18% below US avg
Rent Burden24.1%

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

Homeownership10.6%
Owner-Occupied10.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate9.57%
In Audubon Park, 26.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Audubon Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.6%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.9%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Audubon Park has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,063 per 100,000 (5% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Audubon Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,062.9/100K
5% above US avg
Burglary196.5/100K
Theft1,768.2/100K
Vehicle Theft98.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Audubon Park has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation19 ft (6 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density6,527/sq mi
Coordinates39.8968°N, 75.0888°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score6.24
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,527/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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