Landing, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Landing is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 4,499. Residents earn $125,407 per year, which is 67% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,499 Population 2,112/sq mi density
$125,407 Median Income $54,431 per capita
$382,300 Home Value
$1,706 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$125,407 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$382,300 home value, $1,706/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,407
67% higher than US avg
Home Value $382,300
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.1%
31% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,706
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,499
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density2,112/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A+
Median Income$125,407
Per Capita$54,431
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$74,395M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$382,300
Rent$1,706
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Elevation914 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.1%
High School+95.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute41 min
Libraries37

Is Landing a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Landing is $125,407, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Landing among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Landing is $382,300, 36% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,706 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Landing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Landing has a population of 4,499 with a density of 2,112 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.5%), with 7.1% Black.

Population

4,499
Total Population
2,112
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Landing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Landing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Landing is $125,407, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Landing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,407
67% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,431
Avg Weekly Wage$1,946
IRS Avg AGI$156,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,002
County GDP$74,395M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,349
Healthcare1,822
Retail1,639
Manufacturing496

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.2 min
Work from Home15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Landing is $382,300, 36% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,706 (47% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$382,300
36% above US avg
Median List Price$487,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$487,000
$/Sq Ft$423
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio107.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,706
47% above US avg

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-Occupied82.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Rate3.55%
In Landing, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.6% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death4,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,822

Crime Rates: Landing vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Landing 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 45.5 inches. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation914 ft (279 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density2,112/sq mi
Coordinates40.9069°N, 74.6621°W
County FIPS34027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 44.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.1%
31% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,112/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Restaurants1,349
Retail Stores1,639

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.2 min
Work from Home15.9%

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