New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Jersey City is a large city in New Jersey with a population of 289,691. Residents earn $94,813 per year, which is 26% above the national average.
Based on current data, Jersey City receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs, long commute times. Jersey City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Jersey City is $94,813, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Jersey City is $534,500, making it a premium housing market at 90% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,902 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 531 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,631 per 100,000, near the national average.
Jersey City is a highly educated community — 53.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Jersey City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.9 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 48.6% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 51.4% |
| 284% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $94,813 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $57,746 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,825 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,813 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 19,208 |
| County GDP | $65,736M |
| Restaurants | 1,717 |
| Healthcare | 1,603 |
| Retail | 2,080 |
| Manufacturing | 335 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,434 |
| 198% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.95% |
| Commute Time | 36.9 min |
| Work from Home | 21.6% |
| Census Median | $534,500 |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $653,810 |
| Median List Price | $777,000 |
| Median List Price | $777,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $566 |
| Homes Sold | 130 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 12.2% |
| Inventory | 566 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,902 |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,048 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 28.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,434 |
| 198% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.95% |
| Obesity | 26.6% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 8.6% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 13.3% |
| Mental Distress | 14.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,244/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,603 |
| Total Violent | 531.1/100K |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Murder | 9.2/100K |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Rape | 13.5/100K |
| Robbery | 238.5/100K |
| Assault | 270.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,630.7/100K |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 341.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,078.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 211.2/100K |
| Arson | 14.2/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 59.9 inches |
| 58% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 8.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 14.8 sq mi (38.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 19,640/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7114°N, 74.0648°W |
| County FIPS | 34017 |
Winner: Democrat by 28.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 53.1% |
| 58% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.5% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 19,640/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 65 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 67 |
| Public Libraries | 25 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,603 |
| Restaurants | 1,717 |
| Retail Stores | 2,080 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Avg Commute | 36.9 min |
| Work from Home | 21.6% |