Bradley Gardens, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Bradley Gardens is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 14,315. Residents earn $177,590 per year, which is 136% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
14,315 Population 3,188/sq mi density
$177,590 Median Income $67,537 per capita
$508,800 Home Value
$2,615 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$177,590 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$508,800 home value, $2,615/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $177,590
136% higher than US avg
Home Value $508,800
80% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.8%
86% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,615
125% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.1%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,315
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density3,188/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 50%

Economy

A+
Median Income$177,590
Per Capita$67,537
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$508,800
Rent$2,615
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression13.7%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation138 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.8%
High School+95.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute33 min
Libraries17

Is Bradley Gardens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradley Gardens receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bradley Gardens stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradley Gardens is $177,590, which is significantly higher than the national average — 136% above $75,149. This places Bradley Gardens among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradley Gardens is $508,800, making it a premium housing market at 80% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,615 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Bradley Gardens is a highly educated community — 62.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bradley Gardens experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bradley Gardens has a population of 14,315 with a density of 3,188 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.1%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

14,315
Total Population
3,188
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradley Gardens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.6%
32% below US avg
Spanish46.4%
246% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradley Gardens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradley Gardens is $177,590, which is 136% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Bradley Gardens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$177,590
136% above US avg
Per Capita Income$67,537
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$54,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants823
Healthcare1,266
Retail1,003
Manufacturing243

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Work from Home29.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradley Gardens is $508,800, 80% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,615 (125% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$508,800
80% above US avg
Median List Price$609,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$609,450
$/Sq Ft$341
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio102.3%
Price Drops15.4%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,615
125% 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-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In Bradley Gardens, 22.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bradley Gardens vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.1%
31% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma7.5%
COPD3.2%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression13.7%
Mental Distress12.7%
Physical Distress8.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Bradley Gardens has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density3,188/sq mi
Coordinates40.5721°N, 74.6634°W
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 62.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.8%
86% above US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,188/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Work from Home29.4%

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