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Carneys Point, NJ
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Carneys Point, NJ
At a Glance
How Carneys Point Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carneys Point's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carneys Point a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carneys Point residents earn a median household income of $75,436 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,777. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,492 business establishments, including 115 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Carneys Point is $180,600 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $259,819. Median rent is $1,283/month, with 27.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Carneys Point reports 776 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 104% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,183/100K.
Education
18.6% of adults in Carneys Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Carneys Point has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.