Grenloch, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Grenloch is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 748. Residents earn $128,333 per year, which is 71% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
748 Population 984/sq mi density
$128,333 Median Income $47,595 per capita
$228,700 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$128,333 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$228,700 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $128,333
71% higher than US avg
Home Value $228,700
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.6%
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population748
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density984/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$128,333
Per Capita$47,595
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$228,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units218

Health

Obesity28.3%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking12.1%
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.6%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+14.8%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute25 min
Broadband95.5%
Libraries16

Is Grenloch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grenloch 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, abundant sunshine. Grenloch stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grenloch is $128,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 71% above $75,149. This places Grenloch among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% 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 Grenloch is $228,700, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Grenloch experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Grenloch has a population of 748 with a density of 984 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%).

Population

748
Total Population
984
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Grenloch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grenloch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grenloch is $128,333, which is 71% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Grenloch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$128,333
71% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,595
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Grenloch is $228,700, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,700
19% below 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units218
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate3.93%
In Grenloch, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 18.8% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.6%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits68.1%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Grenloch has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density984/sq mi
Coordinates39.7827°N, 75.0555°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.6%
12% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+14.8%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density984/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home14.7%

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