New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Hammonton is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 14,746. Residents earn $83,044 per year, which is 11% above the national average.
Based on current data, Hammonton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hammonton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Hammonton is $83,044, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Hammonton is $324,200, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Hammonton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,047 per 100,000, 47% below the national average.
32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Hammonton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 74.6% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 25.4% |
| 90% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,044 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,051 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,328 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,384 |
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 14,090 |
| County GDP | $34,620M |
| Restaurants | 1,066 |
| Healthcare | 1,718 |
| Retail | 1,618 |
| Manufacturing | 359 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,783 |
| 180% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.02% |
| Commute Time | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |
| Census Median | $324,200 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $363,676 |
| Median List Price | $415,990 |
| Median List Price | $415,990 |
| $/Sq Ft | $207 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.3% |
| Price Drops | 30.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,375 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,850 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,783 |
| 180% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.02% |
| Obesity | 30.0% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.7% |
| Depression | 18.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,984/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,718 |
| Total Violent | 114.9/100K |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 20.3/100K |
| Assault | 94.6/100K |
| Total Property | 1,047.3/100K |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 196.0/100K |
| Theft | 831.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 20.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.6°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.5 inches |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 19.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 40.8 sq mi (105.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 362/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6608°N, 74.7670°W |
| County FIPS | 34007 |
Winner: Democrat by 27.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.1% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.9% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 362/sq mi |
| Total Area | 40.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 22 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,718 |
| Restaurants | 1,066 |
| Retail Stores | 1,618 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| Avg Commute | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |