Flagtown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Flagtown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 985. Residents earn $220,677 per year, which is 194% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
985 Population 576/sq mi density
$220,677 Median Income $81,984 per capita
$650,200 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$220,677 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$650,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $220,677
194% higher than US avg
Home Value $650,200
131% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.2%
93% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.4%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population985
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density576/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans0.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$220,677
Per Capita$81,984
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$650,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units404

Health

Obesity24.4%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking7.5%
Depression16.5%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation123 ft (37 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.2%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+23.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries17

Is Flagtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flagtown receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Flagtown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flagtown is $220,677, which is significantly higher than the national average — 194% above $75,149. This places Flagtown among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flagtown is $650,200, making it a premium housing market at 131% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Flagtown is a highly educated community — 65.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Flagtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Flagtown has a population of 985 with a density of 576 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

985
Total Population
576
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Flagtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Flagtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flagtown is $220,677, which is 194% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Flagtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$220,677
194% above US avg
Per Capita Income$81,984
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$54,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants823
Healthcare1,266
Retail1,003
Manufacturing243

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Flagtown is $650,200, 131% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$650,200
131% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied95.2%
Housing Units404
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Flagtown, 24.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 7.5% are current smokers. 16.5% report depression. 16.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.4%
24% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure24.2%
Asthma8.4%
COPD3.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.5%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity16.0%
Depression16.5%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress9.0%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits75.4%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Flagtown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation123 ft (37 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density576/sq mi
Coordinates40.5225°N, 74.6910°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 65.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.2%
93% above US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+23.7%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density576/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.8%

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