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Connecticut Farms, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Connecticut Farms is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 457.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
457 Population 5,078/sq mi density
$418,800 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $418,800
49% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.7%
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population457
Median Age59.9 yrs
Density5,078/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,842
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$51,947M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home Value$418,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units146
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity27.6%
Uninsured14.5%
Smoking11.4%
Depression14.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.7%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%
Commute37 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries24

Is Connecticut Farms a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Connecticut Farms receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Connecticut Farms stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Connecticut Farms is $418,800, 49% above the national median.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Connecticut Farms experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches, including 26.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Connecticut Farms has a population of 457 with a density of 5,078 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.7%), with 12% Black.

Population

457
Total Population
5,078
People / sq mi
59.9yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.3%
Female 73.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Connecticut Farms vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only50.1%
36% below US avg
Spanish49.9%
272% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Connecticut Farms vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Connecticut Farms is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Connecticut Farms vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,842
Avg Weekly Wage$1,622
IRS Avg AGI$109,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,571
County GDP$51,947M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,317
Healthcare1,591
Retail1,861
Manufacturing523

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,532
287% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Connecticut Farms is $418,800, 49% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$418,800
49% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.8%

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-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units146
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,532
287% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%
In Connecticut Farms, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.5% of residents lack health insurance. 11.4% are current smokers. 14.5% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Connecticut Farms vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.5%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression14.5%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured14.5%
69% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death6,477/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,591
Connecticut Farms 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 50.4 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall26.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density5,078/sq mi
Coordinates40.6930°N, 74.2715°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37%
D 61.2%

Winner: Democrat by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.7%
47% above US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,078/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities1,591
Restaurants1,317
Retail Stores1,861

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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