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Fortescue, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Fortescue is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 141. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
141 Population 486/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $46,834 per capita
$204,400 Home Value $159,184 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 9.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$204,400 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,400
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population141
Median Age63.5 yrs
Density486/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$46,834
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,514M
Commute65 min

Housing

A
Home Value$204,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,184
Housing Units279
Rent Burden35.9%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking16.9%
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation5 ft (2 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+12.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute65 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries4

Is Fortescue a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fortescue receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Fortescue offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fortescue is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fortescue is $204,400, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Fortescue experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Fortescue has a population of 141 with a density of 486 people per square mile. The median age is 63.5 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

141
Total Population
486
People / sq mi
63.5yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fortescue vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fortescue vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fortescue is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes.

Income: Fortescue vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,834
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$59,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,763
County GDP$8,514M

Business (County)

Restaurants243
Healthcare408
Retail478
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time65.4 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Fortescue is $204,400, 27% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,184.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,400
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,184
Median List Price$150,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$150,000
$/Sq Ft$243
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.9%

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-Occupied84.5%
Housing Units279
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Fortescue, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 18.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,560
Dentists1:1,560
Mental Health1:739
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death10,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access88.9%
Healthcare Facilities408
Fortescue has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5 ft (2 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density486/sq mi
Coordinates39.2370°N, 75.1705°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34011
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.8-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.3%
D 47.6%

Winner: Republican by 3.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+12.6%
School Test Score6.24
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density486/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities408
Restaurants243
Retail Stores478

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute65.4 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

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