Beverly, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Beverly is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,489. Residents earn $92,807 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,489 Population 4,609/sq mi density
$92,807 Median Income $37,534 per capita
$190,100 Home Value $278,038 Zillow
$1,179 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
898 Violent Crime/100K 2,069 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$92,807 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,100 home value, $1,179/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
898 violent crimes/100K (136% above avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,807
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $190,100
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 898/100K
136% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,179
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.6%
34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,489
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density4,609/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

A
Median Income$92,807
Per Capita$37,534
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty16.6%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,100
Rent$1,179
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,038

Crime

F
Violent898/100K
Property2,069/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault546/100K
Burglary781/100K

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Elevation26 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+95.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute35 min
Libraries14

Is Beverly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beverly receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate. Beverly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beverly is $92,807, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beverly is $190,100, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,179 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 898 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,069 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Beverly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches, including 19.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Beverly has a population of 2,489 with a density of 4,609 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.1%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 26.1% Black.

Population

2,489
Total Population
4,609
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Beverly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.9%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beverly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beverly is $92,807, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Beverly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,807
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,534
Avg Weekly Wage$1,740
IRS Avg AGI$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.6%
34% above US avg
Establishments (County)11,677
County GDP$56,807M

Business (County)

Restaurants877
Healthcare1,221
Retail1,189
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Beverly is $190,100, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,179 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,038.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,100
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,038
Median List Price$297,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$297,450
$/Sq Ft$283
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,179
1% 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-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Rate6.88%
In Beverly, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Beverly has a violent crime rate of 898 per 100,000 residents, 136% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,069 per 100,000 (6% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent897.7/100K
136% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery351.3/100K
Assault546.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,068.7/100K
6% above US avg
Burglary780.6/100K
Theft1,249.0/100K
Vehicle Theft39.0/100K
Arson39.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Beverly has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.7 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall19.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density4,609/sq mi
Coordinates40.0648°N, 74.9219°W
County FIPS34021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,609/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Restaurants877
Retail Stores1,189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Work from Home6.4%

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