Griggstown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Griggstown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 928. Residents earn $207,542 per year, which is 176% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
928 Population 379/sq mi density
$207,542 Median Income $88,138 per capita
$560,100 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$207,542 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$560,100 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $207,542
176% higher than US avg
Home Value $560,100
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.1%
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

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

People

Population928
Median Age55.7 yrs
Density379/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$207,542
Per Capita$88,138
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty0.2%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$560,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units408

Health

Obesity25.4%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking8.1%
Depression16.2%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.1%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute27 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries17

Is Griggstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Griggstown receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Griggstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Griggstown is $207,542, which is significantly higher than the national average — 176% above $75,149. This places Griggstown among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Griggstown is $560,100, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Griggstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Griggstown has a population of 928 with a density of 379 people per square mile. The median age is 55.7 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

928
Total Population
379
People / sq mi
55.7yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Griggstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Griggstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Griggstown is $207,542, which is 176% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Griggstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$207,542
176% above US avg
Per Capita Income$88,138
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$54,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants823
Healthcare1,266
Retail1,003
Manufacturing243

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone44.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Griggstown is $560,100, 99% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$560,100
99% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$288
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio110.1%
Price Drops0.0%

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 Units408
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate2.34%
In Griggstown, 25.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 8.1% are current smokers. 16.2% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma8.3%
COPD3.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.1%
42% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression16.2%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits75.1%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Griggstown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density379/sq mi
Coordinates40.4399°N, 74.5983°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.1%
46% above US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density379/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone44.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.8%

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