Belleplain, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Belleplain is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 675. Residents earn $65,357 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
675 Population 92/sq mi density
$65,357 Median Income $31,131 per capita
$282,300 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$65,357 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$282,300 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,357
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $282,300
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population675
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,357
Per Capita$31,131
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$282,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units229

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking15.3%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+87.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband86.5%
Libraries13

Is Belleplain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belleplain receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Belleplain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belleplain is $65,357, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belleplain is $282,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Belleplain 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. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Belleplain has a population of 675 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%).

Population

675
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.5%
Female 61.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Belleplain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belleplain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belleplain is $65,357, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Belleplain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,357
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,131
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% 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 Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone97.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Belleplain is $282,300, 0% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$282,300
0% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied76.2%
Housing Units229
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
In Belleplain, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
Belleplain has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (19.0 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates39.2578°N, 74.8749°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+87.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.24
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone97.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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