New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Brooklawn is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,788. Residents earn $55,882 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Brooklawn receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Brooklawn has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Brooklawn is $55,882, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Brooklawn is $148,700, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,507 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 823 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,506 per 100,000, 283% above the national average.
11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Brooklawn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 80.6% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.4% |
| 45% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,882 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,052 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,117 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,010 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,389 |
| County GDP | $19,111M |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Healthcare | 828 |
| Retail | 887 |
| Manufacturing | 233 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.04% |
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
| Census Median | $148,700 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $244,390 |
| $/Sq Ft | $266 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 105.2% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,507 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.04% |
| Obesity | 29.4% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,587/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Total Violent | 822.6/100K |
| 116% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 102.8/100K |
| Robbery | 514.1/100K |
| Assault | 205.7/100K |
| Total Property | 7,506.4/100K |
| 283% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,388.2/100K |
| Theft | 6,015.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 102.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 23.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 21 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,649/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8794°N, 75.1204°W |
| County FIPS | 34015 |
Winner: Republican by 2.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.7% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,649/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Retail Stores | 887 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Avg Commute | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |