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Bloomsbury, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Bloomsbury is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 805. Residents earn $88,068 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
805 Population 866/sq mi density
$88,068 Median Income $45,038 per capita
$314,800 Home Value $473,954 Zillow
$1,258 Median Rent 37.4% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$88,068 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$314,800 home value, $1,258/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,068
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $314,800
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.2%
34% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,258
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.7%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population805
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density866/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,068
Per Capita$45,038
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$20,982M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$314,800
Rent$1,258
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$473,954
Housing Units425
Rent Burden37.4%

Health

Obesity26.7%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking9.3%
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation336 ft (102 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.2%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute36 min
Broadband94.7%
Libraries10

Is Bloomsbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bloomsbury receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Bloomsbury stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bloomsbury is $88,068, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bloomsbury is $314,800, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,258 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bloomsbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bloomsbury has a population of 805 with a density of 866 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 3.5% Black.

Population

805
Total Population
866
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bloomsbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bloomsbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bloomsbury is $88,068, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Bloomsbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,068
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,038
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$85,539

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,088
County GDP$20,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants726
Healthcare748
Retail830
Manufacturing338

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.2 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bloomsbury is $314,800, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,258 (8% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $473,954.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$314,800
12% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$473,954

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,258
8% above US avg
Rent Burden37.4%

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-Occupied59.1%
Housing Units425
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Rate2.37%
In Bloomsbury, 26.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 9.3% are current smokers. 18.4% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.7%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.3%
34% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.2%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits68.4%
Premature Death6,471/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities748
Bloomsbury has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation336 ft (102 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density866/sq mi
Coordinates40.6569°N, 75.0762°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 45.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.8-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.2%
34% above US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density866/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities748
Restaurants726
Retail Stores830

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.2 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home7.9%

Nearby Cities

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