New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Egg Harbor City is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 4,378. Residents earn $67,604 per year, which is 10% below the national average.
Based on current data, Egg Harbor City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment. Egg Harbor City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Egg Harbor City is $67,604, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Egg Harbor City is $182,100, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,208 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 518 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,837 per 100,000, near the national average.
18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Egg Harbor City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 77.2% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 22.8% |
| 70% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $67,604 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,933 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,139 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,837 |
| Unemployment | 7.6% |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.6% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,268 |
| County GDP | $19,423M |
| Restaurants | 830 |
| Healthcare | 802 |
| Retail | 1,005 |
| Manufacturing | 120 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,412 |
| 140% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.62% |
| Commute Time | 23.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.9% |
| Census Median | $182,100 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $328,221 |
| Median List Price | $349,950 |
| Median List Price | $349,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $154 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 104.0% |
| Price Drops | 21.4% |
| Inventory | 14 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,208 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,412 |
| 140% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.62% |
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 17.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,072/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 802 |
| Total Violent | 518.0/100K |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Murder | 47.1/100K |
| 647% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 94.2/100K |
| Assault | 376.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,836.6/100K |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 447.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,318.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 70.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 34 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.6°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.5 inches |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 19.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 14 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 10.9 sq mi (28.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 404/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5637°N, 74.5959°W |
| County FIPS | 34001 |
Winner: Republican by 3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.7% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 404/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 15 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 802 |
| Restaurants | 830 |
| Retail Stores | 1,005 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 34 |
| Avg Commute | 23.9 min |
| Work from Home | 4.9% |