Browns Mills, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Browns Mills is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 9,561. Residents earn $71,975 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
9,561 Population 1,780/sq mi density
$71,975 Median Income $37,041 per capita
$214,100 Home Value $318,895 Zillow
$1,192 Median Rent 32.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$71,975 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,100 home value, $1,192/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,975
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,100
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,192
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,561
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density1,780/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,975
Per Capita$37,041
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$40,867M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,100
Rent$1,192
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$318,895
Rent Burden32.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Elevation66 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+88.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 58%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries21

Is Browns Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Browns Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Browns Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Browns Mills is $71,975, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Browns Mills is $214,100, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,192 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Browns Mills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Browns Mills has a population of 9,561 with a density of 1,780 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 14.2% Black.

Population

9,561
Total Population
1,780
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Browns Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.1%
5% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Browns Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Browns Mills is $71,975, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Browns Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,975
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,041
Avg Weekly Wage$1,359
IRS Avg AGI$97,584

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,536
County GDP$40,867M

Business (County)

Restaurants916
Healthcare1,413
Retail1,321
Manufacturing316

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,511
172% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Browns Mills is $214,100, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,192 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $318,895.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,100
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$318,895
Median List Price$349,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,500
$/Sq Ft$275
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio102.2%
Price Drops19.4%
Inventory36

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,192
2% above US avg
Rent Burden32.1%

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-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,511
172% above US avg
Effective Rate4.44%
In Browns Mills, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.5% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Browns Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death6,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access91.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,413

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Safety Score

Browns Mills has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²)
Population Density1,780/sq mi
Coordinates39.9731°N, 74.5692°W
County FIPS34005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin. 87.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41%
D 57.6%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score6.24
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,780/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.1%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities1,413
Restaurants916
Retail Stores1,321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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