Median Income $100,875

34% higher than US avg

Home Value $138,000

51% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.4%

25% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.7%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 41.2%

232% higher than US avg

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

People

Population78

Median Age63.7 yrs

Density159/mi²

Male / Female65% / 35%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans69.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$100,875

Per Capita$28,168

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty41.2%

County GDP$7,801M

Commute34 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$138,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units163

Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity36.7%

Uninsured11.8%

Smoking16.4%

Depression18.7%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Sunny Days297/yr

Elevation15 ft (5 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.4%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+23.6%

School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%

Commute34 min

Broadband27.0%

Libraries13

Is Dorchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dorchester receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Dorchester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dorchester is $100,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Dorchester among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 41.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dorchester is $138,000, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Dorchester 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.

Dorchester has a population of 78 with a density of 159 people per square mile. The median age is 63.7 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

159

People / sq mi

63.7yrs

Median Age

64% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.4%

Female 34.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dorchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dorchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dorchester is $100,875, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Dorchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$100,875
	34% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,168
Avg Weekly Wage	$934
IRS Avg AGI	$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	41.2%
	232% above US avg
Establishments (County)	4,020
County GDP	$7,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants	889
Healthcare	236
Retail	613
Manufacturing	84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,248
	136% above US avg
Cost of Living	108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dorchester is $138,000, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$138,000
	51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	35.5%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	163
Median Year Built	1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,248
	136% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.98%

In Dorchester, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 18.7% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.7%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.9%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.4%
	17% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.6%
Physical Inactivity	26.0%
Depression	18.7%
Mental Distress	19.0%
Physical Distress	14.1%
Short Sleep	42.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.8%
	37% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,876
Dentists	1:1,678
Mental Health	1:733
Checkup Rate	74.0%
Dental Visits	59.5%
Premature Death	9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	92.0%
Healthcare Facilities	236

Dorchester 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 Average	55.7°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	15 ft (5 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	159/sq mi
Coordinates	39.2699°N, 74.9713°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	34009

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 27.0% 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+	25.4%
	25% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	23.6%
School Test Score	6.24

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	159/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	27.0%
Public Libraries	13
Healthcare Facilities	236
Restaurants	889
Retail Stores	613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Dorchester, NJ

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Dorchester a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Dorchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Dorchester vs U.S. Average

Income: Dorchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities