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Cookstown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Cookstown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 521. Residents earn $110,938 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
521 Population 208/sq mi density
$110,938 Median Income $58,970 per capita
$369,600 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$110,938 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$369,600 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,938
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $369,600
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population521
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density208/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,938
Per Capita$58,970
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$369,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units247
Rent Burden30.4%

Health

Obesity30.2%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking12.8%
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation81 ft (25 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+9.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute31 min
Broadband92.6%
Libraries14

Is Cookstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cookstown receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Cookstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cookstown is $110,938, which is significantly higher than the national average — 48% above $75,149. This places Cookstown among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cookstown is $369,600, 31% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cookstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cookstown has a population of 521 with a density of 208 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.8%), with 5% Black.

Population

521
Total Population
208
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cookstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.2%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.8%
18% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cookstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cookstown is $110,938, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Cookstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,938
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,970
Avg Weekly Wage$1,740
IRS Avg AGI$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,677
County GDP$56,807M

Business (County)

Restaurants877
Healthcare1,221
Retail1,189
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cookstown is $369,600, 31% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$369,600
31% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.4%

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-Occupied96.3%
Housing Units247
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Rate3.54%
In Cookstown, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 17.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.1%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits63.6%
Premature Death7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Cookstown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation81 ft (25 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density208/sq mi
Coordinates40.0437°N, 74.5477°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 33.9-point margin. 92.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+9.5%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density208/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.6%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Restaurants877
Retail Stores1,189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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