Gibbstown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Gibbstown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,494. Residents earn $90,371 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,494 Population 2,130/sq mi density
$90,371 Median Income $47,052 per capita
$228,800 Home Value $316,635 Zillow
$1,538 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,371 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$228,800 home value, $1,538/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,371
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $228,800
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,538
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,494
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density2,130/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,371
Per Capita$47,052
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$228,800
Rent$1,538
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$316,635

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation11 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+93.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute28 min
Libraries28

Is Gibbstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gibbstown receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Gibbstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gibbstown is $90,371, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gibbstown is $228,800, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,538 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Gibbstown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Gibbstown has a population of 3,494 with a density of 2,130 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 4.4% Black.

Population

3,494
Total Population
2,130
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gibbstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gibbstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gibbstown is $90,371, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Gibbstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,371
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,052
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Gibbstown is $228,800, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,538 (32% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $316,635.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,800
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$316,635

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,538
32% 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-Occupied86.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Gibbstown, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Gibbstown has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density2,130/sq mi
Coordinates39.8245°N, 75.2781°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,130/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Work from Home10.5%

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