New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Freehold is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 12,504. Residents earn $82,183 per year, which is 9% above the national average.
Based on current data, Freehold receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Freehold offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Freehold is $82,183, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Freehold is $401,900, 43% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,818 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Freehold is below the national average at 233 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,154 per 100,000, 41% below the national average.
28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Freehold 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.
| English Only | 53.9% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 46.1% |
| 244% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $82,183 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,465 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,357 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $138,949 |
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 21,968 |
| County GDP | $52,693M |
| Restaurants | 1,925 |
| Healthcare | 2,730 |
| Retail | 2,557 |
| Manufacturing | 419 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $12,205 |
| 249% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.04% |
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |
| Census Median | $401,900 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $617,668 |
| Median List Price | $479,999 |
| Median List Price | $479,999 |
| $/Sq Ft | $314 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 9.1% |
| Inventory | 22 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,818 |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,715 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $12,205 |
| 249% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.04% |
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 8.7% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 13.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 76.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 5,710/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,730 |
| Total Violent | 232.5/100K |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Murder | 8.3/100K |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Rape | 33.2/100K |
| Robbery | 91.4/100K |
| Assault | 99.7/100K |
| Total Property | 1,154.3/100K |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 232.5/100K |
| Theft | 888.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 33.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 46 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.6 inches |
| 28% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 178 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,479/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2602°N, 74.2759°W |
| County FIPS | 34025 |
Winner: Republican by 11.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.7% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,479/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 11 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 12 |
| Public Libraries | 37 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,730 |
| Restaurants | 1,925 |
| Retail Stores | 2,557 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 46 |
| Avg Commute | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |