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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $92,757 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,084 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,117 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,010 |
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.2% |
| 82% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,389 |
| County GDP | $19,111M |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Healthcare | 828 |
| Retail | 887 |
| Manufacturing | 233 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.35% |
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 10.5% |
| Census Median | $206,300 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $337,918 |
| Median List Price | $344,999 |
| Median List Price | $344,999 |
| $/Sq Ft | $206 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.9% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,627 |
| 40% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.35% |
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.8% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,587/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 13.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 113 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,294/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.5923°N, 75.1746°W |
| County FIPS | 34015 |
Winner: Republican by 2.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.4% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,294/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Retail Stores | 887 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Avg Commute | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 10.5% |