Bargaintown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Bargaintown is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 5,231. Residents earn $127,734 per year, which is 70% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,231 Population 2,051/sq mi density
$127,734 Median Income $62,955 per capita
$307,100 Home Value
$2,320 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$127,734 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$307,100 home value, $2,320/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,734
70% higher than US avg
Home Value $307,100
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.1%
34% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,320
99% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,231
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density2,051/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A
Median Income$127,734
Per Capita$62,955
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$307,100
Rent$2,320
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation26 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.1%
High School+95.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute23 min
Libraries15

Is Bargaintown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bargaintown receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bargaintown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bargaintown is $127,734, which is significantly higher than the national average — 70% above $75,149. This places Bargaintown among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bargaintown is $307,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,320 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bargaintown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bargaintown has a population of 5,231 with a density of 2,051 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%), with 16.2% Black.

Population

5,231
Total Population
2,051
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bargaintown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.0%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bargaintown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bargaintown is $127,734, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Bargaintown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,734
70% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,955
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home20.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bargaintown is $307,100, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,320 (99% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$307,100
9% above US avg
Median List Price$512,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$512,000
$/Sq Ft$190
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,320
99% 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-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Bargaintown, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Bargaintown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density2,051/sq mi
Coordinates39.3681°N, 74.5908°W
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 45.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.1%
34% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,051/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home20.6%

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