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Laurel Lake, NJ
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Laurel Lake, NJ
At a Glance
How Laurel Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Laurel Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Laurel Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Laurel Lake residents earn a median household income of $51,633 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,073. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,763 business establishments, including 243 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Laurel Lake is $138,100 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $191,314. Median rent is $1,171/month, with 37.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Laurel Lake reports 692 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,725/100K.
Education
9.7% of adults in Laurel Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Laurel Lake has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.