Erma, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Erma is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,039. Residents earn $93,674 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,039 Population 698/sq mi density
$93,674 Median Income $37,111 per capita
$378,000 Home Value
$1,576 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$93,674 median income, 9.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$378,000 home value, $1,576/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,674
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $378,000
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.8%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,576
36% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,039
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density698/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

B+
Median Income$93,674
Per Capita$37,111
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$378,000
Rent$1,576
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation9 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+95.4%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Libraries13

Is Erma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erma receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Erma stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Erma is $93,674, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Erma is $378,000, 34% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,576 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Erma enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 14.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Erma has a population of 2,039 with a density of 698 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.6%), with 5.8% Black.

Population

2,039
Total Population
698
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Erma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Erma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erma is $93,674, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Erma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,674
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,111
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,020
County GDP$7,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants889
Healthcare236
Retail613
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Erma is $378,000, 34% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,576 (36% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$378,000
34% above US avg
Median List Price$409,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$409,500
$/Sq Ft$327
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,576
36% 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-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Erma, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Erma has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall14.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9 ft (3 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density698/sq mi
Coordinates38.9948°N, 74.8920°W
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.8%
6% above US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density698/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home7.3%

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