New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
East Franklin is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 10,281. Residents earn $105,363 per year, which is 40% above the national average.
Based on current data, East Franklin receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. East Franklin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in East Franklin is $105,363, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places East Franklin among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in East Franklin is $366,900, 30% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,794 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
East Franklin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 41.2% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 58.8% |
| 339% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $105,363 |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,009 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,585 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,759 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 25,382 |
| County GDP | $86,705M |
| Restaurants | 1,863 |
| Healthcare | 2,497 |
| Retail | 2,447 |
| Manufacturing | 649 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,677 |
| 205% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.91% |
| Commute Time | 31.0 min |
| Work from Home | 11.7% |
| Census Median | $366,900 |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Median List Price | $464,499 |
| Median List Price | $464,499 |
| $/Sq Ft | $332 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.8% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,794 |
| 54% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 47.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,677 |
| 205% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.91% |
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 13.6% |
| Mental Distress | 15.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 72.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,499/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,497 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 64 |
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.5 inches |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 29.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 93 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,432/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4933°N, 74.4711°W |
| County FIPS | 34023 |
Winner: Democrat by 8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.8% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.7% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 9,432/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 32 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,497 |
| Restaurants | 1,863 |
| Retail Stores | 2,447 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 64 |
| Avg Commute | 31.0 min |
| Work from Home | 11.7% |