Elmer, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Elmer is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,152. Residents earn $92,757 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,152 Population 1,294/sq mi density
$92,757 Median Income $42,084 per capita
$206,300 Home Value $337,918 Zillow
$1,627 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$92,757 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$206,300 home value, $1,627/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,757
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $206,300
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,627
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,152
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density1,294/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,757
Per Capita$42,084
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$206,300
Rent$1,627
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$337,918

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation113 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+90.8%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is Elmer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elmer receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Elmer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elmer is $92,757, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elmer is $206,300, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,627 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.2x 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%. 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Elmer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Elmer has a population of 1,152 with a density of 1,294 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

1,152
Total Population
1,294
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Elmer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elmer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elmer is $92,757, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Elmer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,757
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,084
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Elmer is $206,300, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,627 (40% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,918.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,300
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$337,918
Median List Price$344,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$344,999
$/Sq Ft$206
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,627
40% above US avg

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-Occupied64.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.35%
In Elmer, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Elmer has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall13.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation113 ft (34 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,294/sq mi
Coordinates39.5923°N, 75.1746°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 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 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,294/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home10.5%

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