Bloomingdale, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Bloomingdale is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 7,686. Residents earn $126,221 per year, which is 68% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
7,686 Population 873/sq mi density
$126,221 Median Income $60,192 per capita
$398,000 Home Value $536,151 Zillow
$1,772 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
77 Violent Crime/100K 412 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$126,221 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$398,000 home value, $1,772/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
77 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $126,221
68% higher than US avg
Home Value $398,000
41% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 77/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.8%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,772
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,686
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density873/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$126,221
Per Capita$60,192
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$29,074M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$398,000
Rent$1,772
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$536,151

Crime

F
Violent77/100K
Property412/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault51/100K
Burglary180/100K

Health

Obesity27.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation672 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.8%
High School+91.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute29 min
Libraries22

Is Bloomingdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bloomingdale receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Bloomingdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bloomingdale is $126,221, which is significantly higher than the national average — 68% above $75,149. This places Bloomingdale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 6.0% 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 Bloomingdale is $398,000, 41% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,772 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Bloomingdale 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 412 per 100,000, 79% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bloomingdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bloomingdale has a population of 7,686 with a density of 873 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%), with 5% Black.

Population

7,686
Total Population
873
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
8.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bloomingdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.6%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.4%
82% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bloomingdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bloomingdale is $126,221, which is 68% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Bloomingdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$126,221
68% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,192
Avg Weekly Wage$1,224
IRS Avg AGI$71,402

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,191
County GDP$29,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,085
Healthcare1,495
Retail1,866
Manufacturing611

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,450
227% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bloomingdale is $398,000, 41% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,772 (52% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $536,151.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$398,000
41% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$536,151
Median List Price$519,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$519,900
$/Sq Ft$293
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,772
52% 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-Occupied69.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,450
227% above US avg
Effective Rate2.88%
In Bloomingdale, 27.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.7%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death7,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access98.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,495
Bloomingdale has a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 412 per 100,000 (79% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent77.2/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery25.7/100K
Assault51.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property411.7/100K
79% below US avg
Burglary180.1/100K
Theft231.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bloomingdale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation672 ft (205 m)
Area8.8 sq mi (22.8 km²)
Population Density873/sq mi
Coordinates41.0355°N, 74.3356°W
County FIPS34031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.8%
18% above US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density873/sq mi
Total Area8.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,495
Restaurants1,085
Retail Stores1,866

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home13.2%

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