Brielle, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Brielle is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 4,960. Residents earn $167,754 per year, which is 123% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
4,960 Population 2,818/sq mi density
$167,754 Median Income $87,298 per capita
$815,100 Home Value $1,224,193 Zillow
$2,655 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
21 Violent Crime/100K 545 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$167,754 median income, 5.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$815,100 home value, $2,655/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
21 violent crimes/100K (94% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
64.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $167,754
123% higher than US avg
Home Value $815,100
189% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 21/100K
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 64.9%
93% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,655
128% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.5%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,960
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density2,818/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$167,754
Per Capita$87,298
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute30 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$815,100
Rent$2,655
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,224,193

Crime

F
Violent21/100K
Property545/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault21/100K
Burglary189/100K

Health

Obesity28.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.9%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation6 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+64.9%
High School+96.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute30 min
Libraries37

Is Brielle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brielle receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Brielle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brielle is $167,754, which is significantly higher than the national average — 123% above $75,149. This places Brielle among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brielle is $815,100, making it a premium housing market at 189% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,655 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Brielle is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 21 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 545 per 100,000, 72% below the national average.

Education

Brielle is a highly educated community — 64.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Brielle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Brielle has a population of 4,960 with a density of 2,818 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

4,960
Total Population
2,818
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Brielle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brielle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brielle is $167,754, which is 123% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Brielle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$167,754
123% above US avg
Per Capita Income$87,298
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,968
County GDP$52,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,925
Healthcare2,730
Retail2,557
Manufacturing419

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home20.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Brielle is $815,100, 189% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,655 (128% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,224,193.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$815,100
189% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,224,193
Median List Price$1,272,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,272,000
$/Sq Ft$448
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,655
128% 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-Occupied92.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Brielle, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% report depression. 14.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.5%
11% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.5%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity14.4%
Depression15.9%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress8.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Brielle has a violent crime rate of 21 per 100,000 residents, 94% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 545 per 100,000 (72% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent21.0/100K
94% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault21.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property545.1/100K
72% below US avg
Burglary188.7/100K
Theft356.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Brielle has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density2,818/sq mi
Coordinates40.1055°N, 74.0637°W
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 64.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+64.9%
93% above US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,818/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home20.4%

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