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East Millstone, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

East Millstone is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 653. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
653 Population 293/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $207,042 per capita
$668,400 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$668,400 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $668,400
137% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.6%
65% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.6%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population653
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density293/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans16.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$207,042
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$668,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units193
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity24.6%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking7.5%
Depression15.7%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation83 ft (25 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+45.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute37 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries17

Is East Millstone a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Millstone is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places East Millstone 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 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Millstone is $668,400, making it a premium housing market at 137% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

East Millstone is a highly educated community — 55.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

East Millstone experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°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, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

East Millstone has a population of 653 with a density of 293 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.8%), with 27.9% Black.

Population

653
Total Population
293
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

East Millstone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Millstone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Millstone is $250,001, which is 233% 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 37 minutes.

Income: East Millstone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$207,042
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$54,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants823
Healthcare1,266
Retail1,003
Manufacturing243

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.0%

Walkability

The median home value in East Millstone is $668,400, 137% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$668,400
137% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$271
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

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-Occupied77.1%
Housing Units193
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate1.96%
In East Millstone, 24.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 7.5% are current smokers. 15.7% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Millstone vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.6%
23% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma8.4%
COPD3.3%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.5%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity17.1%
Depression15.7%
Mental Distress13.7%
Physical Distress9.0%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits71.9%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266
East Millstone has an average annual temperature of 53°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 Average52.5°F
3% 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
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation83 ft (25 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates40.4972°N, 74.5697°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 55.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.6%
65% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+45.5%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density293/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.0%

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