Clementon, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Clementon is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 5,351. Residents earn $69,536 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,351 Population 2,831/sq mi density
$69,536 Median Income $32,594 per capita
$197,200 Home Value $305,417 Zillow
$1,233 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
221 Violent Crime/100K 3,655 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$69,536 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $1,233/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
221 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,536
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,200
30% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 221/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,233
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,351
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density2,831/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,536
Per Capita$32,594
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$34,620M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,200
Rent$1,233
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$305,417

Crime

F
Violent221/100K
Property3,655/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault141/100K
Burglary984/100K

Health

Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation59 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+89.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 63%
Commute24 min
Libraries22

Is Clementon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clementon receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Clementon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clementon is $69,536, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clementon is $197,200, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,233 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Clementon is below the national average at 221 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,655 per 100,000, 86% above the national average.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Clementon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Clementon has a population of 5,351 with a density of 2,831 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 15.6% Black.

Population

5,351
Total Population
2,831
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Clementon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clementon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clementon is $69,536, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Clementon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,536
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,594
Avg Weekly Wage$1,328
IRS Avg AGI$84,384

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,090
County GDP$34,620M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,066
Healthcare1,718
Retail1,618
Manufacturing359

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,783
180% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Clementon is $197,200, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,233 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,417.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$305,417
Median List Price$229,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,950
$/Sq Ft$161
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,233
6% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,843

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-Occupied52.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,783
180% above US avg
Effective Rate4.96%
In Clementon, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death8,984/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access92.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,718
Clementon has a violent crime rate of 221 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,655 per 100,000 (86% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent220.9/100K
42% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery80.3/100K
Assault140.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,655.4/100K
86% above US avg
Burglary984.1/100K
Theft2,590.9/100K
Vehicle Theft80.3/100K
Arson60.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Clementon has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density2,831/sq mi
Coordinates39.8027°N, 74.9838°W
County FIPS34007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 27.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.5%
D 63%

Winner: Democrat by 27.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,831/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,718
Restaurants1,066
Retail Stores1,618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home7.4%

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