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Delaware Park, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Delaware Park is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 305. Residents earn $116,782 per year, which is 55% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
305 Population 1,220/sq mi density
$116,782 Median Income $70,795 per capita
$292,200 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$116,782 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$292,200 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $116,782
55% higher than US avg
Home Value $292,200
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.6%
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population305
Median Age55.9 yrs
Density1,220/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$116,782
Per Capita$70,795
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$20,982M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$292,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units163
Rent Burden30.4%

Health

Obesity31.5%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking11.2%
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation366 ft (112 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.6%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute31 min
Broadband85.6%
Libraries10

Is Delaware Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delaware Park 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, abundant sunshine. Delaware Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delaware Park is $116,782, which is significantly higher than the national average — 55% above $75,149. This places Delaware Park among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Delaware Park is $292,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Delaware Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Delaware Park has a population of 305 with a density of 1,220 people per square mile. The median age is 55.9 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

305
Total Population
1,220
People / sq mi
55.9yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Delaware Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delaware Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delaware Park is $116,782, which is 55% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Delaware Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$116,782
55% above US avg
Per Capita Income$70,795
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$85,539

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,088
County GDP$20,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants726
Healthcare748
Retail830
Manufacturing338

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit14.9%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Delaware Park is $292,200, 4% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$292,200
4% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units163
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,459
113% above US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Delaware Park, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 19.7% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Delaware Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits68.4%
Premature Death6,471/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities748
Delaware Park has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation366 ft (112 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,220/sq mi
Coordinates40.7051°N, 75.1883°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 46.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.8-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.6%
38% above US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,220/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities748
Restaurants726
Retail Stores830

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit14.9%
Work from Home6.8%

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