Glassboro, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Gloucester County County
Glassboro, NJ
At a Glance
How Glassboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Glassboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Glassboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Glassboro residents earn a median household income of $80,388 , which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,667. The unemployment rate stands at 8.6% (139% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,389 business establishments, including 585 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Glassboro is $276,900 , 2% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $372,613. Median rent is $1,561/month, with 29.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1986.
Safety & Crime
Glassboro reports 157 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,081/100K.
Education
41.0% of adults in Glassboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Glassboro has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.