Bellmawr, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Bellmawr is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 11,678. Residents earn $74,812 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
11,678 Population 3,919/sq mi density
$74,812 Median Income $38,163 per capita
$216,500 Home Value $306,343 Zillow
$1,141 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
78 Violent Crime/100K 1,810 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$74,812 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$216,500 home value, $1,141/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
78 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,812
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $216,500
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 78/100K
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,141
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,678
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density3,919/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,812
Per Capita$38,163
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$216,500
Rent$1,141
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$306,343

Crime

F
Violent78/100K
Property1,810/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault26/100K
Burglary511/100K

Health

Obesity28.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation62 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+90.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute24 min
EV Stations3
Libraries16

Is Bellmawr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellmawr receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bellmawr offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellmawr is $74,812, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bellmawr is $216,500, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Bellmawr is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,810 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bellmawr enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bellmawr has a population of 11,678 with a density of 3,919 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.6%), with 5.8% Black.

Population

11,678
Total Population
3,919
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellmawr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellmawr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellmawr is $74,812, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bellmawr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,812
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,163
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% 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 Rate4.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellmawr is $216,500, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,141 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $306,343.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,500
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$306,343
Median List Price$284,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$284,400
$/Sq Ft$257
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio106.4%
Price Drops9.1%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,141
2% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,698

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-Occupied64.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.15%
In Bellmawr, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Bellmawr has a violent crime rate of 78 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,810 per 100,000 (8% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent77.9/100K
79% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery52.0/100K
Assault26.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,809.8/100K
8% below US avg
Burglary510.9/100K
Theft1,212.3/100K
Vehicle Theft86.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bellmawr has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density3,919/sq mi
Coordinates39.8664°N, 75.0947°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,919/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home9.3%

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