Bordentown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Bordentown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 4,006. Residents earn $91,208 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
4,006 Population 4,262/sq mi density
$91,208 Median Income $47,878 per capita
$322,300 Home Value
$1,468 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
26 Violent Crime/100K 230 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$91,208 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$322,300 home value, $1,468/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
26 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
45.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,208
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $322,300
14% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 26/100K
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.9%
36% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,468
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,006
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density4,262/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,208
Per Capita$47,878
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$322,300
Rent$1,468
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent26/100K
Property230/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary26/100K

Health

Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation50 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.9%
High School+94.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Bordentown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bordentown 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. Bordentown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bordentown is $91,208, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bordentown is $322,300, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,468 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Bordentown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 230 per 100,000, 88% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bordentown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bordentown has a population of 4,006 with a density of 4,262 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 6.1% Black.

Population

4,006
Total Population
4,262
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bordentown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bordentown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bordentown is $91,208, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bordentown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,208
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,878
Avg Weekly Wage$1,740
IRS Avg AGI$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below 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 Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bordentown is $322,300, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,468 (26% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$322,300
14% above US avg
Median List Price$475,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$475,000
$/Sq Ft$245
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,468
26% 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-Occupied51.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Rate4.06%
In Bordentown, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.6% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Bordentown has a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 230 per 100,000 (88% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent25.6/100K
93% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery25.6/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property230.1/100K
88% below US avg
Burglary25.6/100K
Theft178.9/100K
Vehicle Theft25.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bordentown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation50 ft (15 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density4,262/sq mi
Coordinates40.1497°N, 74.7077°W
County FIPS34021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 45.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above 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+45.9%
36% above US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,262/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
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 Commute25.7 min
Work from Home11.8%

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