Deans, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Deans is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,166. Residents earn $225,750 per year, which is 200% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,166 Population 1,041/sq mi density
$225,750 Median Income $78,489 per capita
$712,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$225,750 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$712,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
72.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $225,750
200% higher than US avg
Home Value $712,700
153% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 72.2%
114% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.0%
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,166
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density1,041/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 22%

Economy

A+
Median Income$225,750
Per Capita$78,489
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$86,705M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$712,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression10.2%
Heart Disease3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation73 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+72.2%
High School+91.8%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute45 min
Libraries32

Is Deans a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deans receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Deans stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deans is $225,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 200% above $75,149. This places Deans among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deans is $712,700, making it a premium housing market at 153% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Deans is a highly educated community — 72.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Deans experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Deans has a population of 1,166 with a density of 1,041 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (21.8%).

Population

1,166
Total Population
1,041
People / sq mi
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Deans vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.3%
44% below US avg
Spanish55.7%
316% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Deans vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deans is $225,750, which is 200% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Deans vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$225,750
200% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,489
Avg Weekly Wage$1,585
IRS Avg AGI$97,759

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)25,382
County GDP$86,705M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,863
Healthcare2,497
Retail2,447
Manufacturing649

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,677
205% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.0 min
Work from Home28.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Deans is $712,700, 153% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$712,700
153% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,677
205% above US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Deans, 21.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.0%
35% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease3.5%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma6.8%
COPD2.4%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression10.2%
Mental Distress11.0%
Physical Distress7.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death5,499/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,497

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Safety Score

Deans has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation73 ft (22 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Coordinates40.4032°N, 74.5153°W
County FIPS34023
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 72.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (114% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.5%
D 52.5%

Winner: Democrat by 8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+72.2%
114% above US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities2,497
Restaurants1,863
Retail Stores2,447

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.0 min
Work from Home28.4%

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