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Dennisville, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Dennisville is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 667. Residents earn $96,641 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
667 Population 152/sq mi density
$96,641 Median Income $50,694 per capita
$290,700 Home Value
$1,132 Median Rent 17.6% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,641 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$290,700 home value, $1,132/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,641
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,700
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.2%
43% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,132
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population667
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,641
Per Capita$50,694
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,700
Rent$1,132
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units379
Rent Burden17.6%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking15.4%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation17 ft (5 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.2%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+16.8%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute27 min
Broadband91.8%
Libraries13

Is Dennisville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dennisville is $96,641, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dennisville is $290,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,132 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Dennisville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Dennisville has a population of 667 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

667
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dennisville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dennisville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dennisville is $96,641, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Dennisville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,641
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,694
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,020
County GDP$7,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants889
Healthcare236
Retail613
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dennisville is $290,700, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,132 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,700
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$373
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,132
3% below US avg
Rent Burden17.6%

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-Occupied84.3%
Housing Units379
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
In Dennisville, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
Dennisville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates39.2066°N, 74.8184°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 48.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.2%
43% above US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+16.8%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.8%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home6.6%

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