Eatontown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Eatontown is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 13,537. Residents earn $90,174 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
13,537 Population 2,318/sq mi density
$90,174 Median Income $47,708 per capita
$454,300 Home Value $611,380 Zillow
$1,599 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
205 Violent Crime/100K 3,884 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$90,174 median income, 5.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$454,300 home value, $1,599/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
205 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,174
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $454,300
61% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 205/100K
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.9%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,599
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,537
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density2,318/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A
Median Income$90,174
Per Capita$47,708
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$454,300
Rent$1,599
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$611,380

Crime

F
Violent205/100K
Property3,884/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault107/100K
Burglary393/100K

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.1%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation54 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.9%
High School+89.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute25 min
EV Stations7
Libraries37

Is Eatontown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eatontown receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Eatontown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eatontown is $90,174, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eatontown is $454,300, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,599 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Eatontown is below the national average at 205 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,884 per 100,000, 98% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Eatontown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Eatontown has a population of 13,537 with a density of 2,318 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.6%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 7.2% Black.

Population

13,537
Total Population
2,318
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Eatontown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.2%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.8%
78% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Eatontown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eatontown is $90,174, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Eatontown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,174
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,708
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,968
County GDP$52,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,925
Healthcare2,730
Retail2,557
Manufacturing419

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Eatontown is $454,300, 61% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,599 (37% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $611,380.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$454,300
61% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$611,380
Median List Price$940,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$940,000
$/Sq Ft$451
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops6.9%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,599
37% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,157

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-Occupied54.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In Eatontown, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.1% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression15.1%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Eatontown has a violent crime rate of 205 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,884 per 100,000 (98% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Eatontown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent204.9/100K
46% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape16.4/100K
Robbery81.9/100K
Assault106.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,884.0/100K
98% above US avg
Burglary393.3/100K
Theft3,449.7/100K
Vehicle Theft41.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Eatontown has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation54 ft (16 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density2,318/sq mi
Coordinates40.2916°N, 74.0541°W
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.9%
18% above US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,318/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home11.0%

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