Farmingdale, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Farmingdale is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,399. Residents earn $97,574 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,399 Population 2,690/sq mi density
$97,574 Median Income $42,572 per capita
$401,000 Home Value $793,423 Zillow
$1,548 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$97,574 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$401,000 home value, $1,548/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,574
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $401,000
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.4%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,548
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,399
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density2,690/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$97,574
Per Capita$42,572
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$401,000
Rent$1,548
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$793,423

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation77 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.4%
High School+94.9%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries37

Is Farmingdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmingdale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Farmingdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farmingdale is $97,574, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farmingdale is $401,000, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,548 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Farmingdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Farmingdale has a population of 1,399 with a density of 2,690 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

1,399
Total Population
2,690
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmingdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farmingdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmingdale is $97,574, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Farmingdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,574
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,572
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% 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 Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Farmingdale is $401,000, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,548 (33% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $793,423.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$401,000
42% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$793,423

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$394
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio109.1%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,548
33% 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-Occupied57.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
In Farmingdale, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.1% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression16.1%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Farmingdale has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation77 ft (23 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density2,690/sq mi
Coordinates40.1984°N, 74.1701°W
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% 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+37.4%
11% above US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,690/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Work from Home7.4%

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