Avalon, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Avalon is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,478. Residents earn $143,482 per year, which is 91% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,478 Population 346/sq mi density
$143,482 Median Income $117,552 per capita
$1,756,100 Home Value $2,665,281 Zillow
$1,615 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
77 Violent Crime/100K 14,801 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$143,482 median income, 1.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,756,100 home value, $1,615/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
77 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
69.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $143,482
91% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,756,100
523% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 77/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 69.7%
107% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,615
39% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,478
Median Age65.2 yrs
Density346/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$143,482
Per Capita$117,552
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute29 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,756,100
Rent$1,615
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$2,665,281

Crime

F
Violent77/100K
Property14,801/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault77/100K
Burglary4,448/100K

Health

Obesity28.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation10 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.7%
High School+98.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute29 min
EV Stations2
Libraries13

Is Avalon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Avalon receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Avalon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Avalon is $143,482, which is significantly higher than the national average — 91% above $75,149. This places Avalon among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Avalon is $1,756,100, making it a premium housing market at 523% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,615 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Avalon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 14,801 per 100,000, 655% above the national average.

Education

Avalon is a highly educated community — 69.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Avalon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Avalon has a population of 1,478 with a density of 346 people per square mile. The median age is 65.2 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).

Population

1,478
Total Population
346
People / sq mi
65.2yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Avalon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Avalon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Avalon is $143,482, which is 91% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Avalon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$143,482
91% above US avg
Per Capita Income$117,552
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,020
County GDP$7,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants889
Healthcare236
Retail613
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home30.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Avalon is $1,756,100, 523% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,615 (39% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,665,281.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,756,100
523% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$2,665,281
Median List Price$1,350,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,350,000
$/Sq Ft$1,909
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops2.4%
Inventory42

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,615
39% above US avg

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-Occupied94.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate0.47%
In Avalon, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 13.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma9.0%
COPD3.3%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity13.5%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress8.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
Avalon has a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 14,801 per 100,000 (655% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent76.7/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault76.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property14,800.6/100K
655% above US avg
Burglary4,447.9/100K
Theft10,276.1/100K
Vehicle Theft76.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Avalon has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density346/sq mi
Coordinates39.0865°N, 74.7390°W
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 69.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (107% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.7%
107% above US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density346/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home30.1%

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