Lawnside, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Lawnside is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,124. Residents earn $70,338 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,124 Population 2,185/sq mi density
$70,338 Median Income $42,451 per capita
$215,100 Home Value $295,255 Zillow
$1,034 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
341 Violent Crime/100K 3,240 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$70,338 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$215,100 home value, $1,034/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
341 violent crimes/100K (10% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,338
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $215,100
24% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 341/100K
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,034
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,124
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density2,185/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 5%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,338
Per Capita$42,451
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,100
Rent$1,034
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$295,255

Crime

F
Violent341/100K
Property3,240/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault239/100K
Burglary921/100K

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+92.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute30 min
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is Lawnside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lawnside receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lawnside offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lawnside is $70,338, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lawnside is $215,100, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,034 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lawnside is below the national average at 341 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,240 per 100,000, 65% above the national average.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lawnside 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 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Lawnside has a population of 3,124 with a density of 2,185 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (73.8%), with 5.3% White, 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

3,124
Total Population
2,185
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Lawnside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.9%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.1%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lawnside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lawnside is $70,338, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Lawnside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,338
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,451
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lawnside is $215,100, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,034 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,100
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$295,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,034
11% below 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-Occupied67.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.17%
In Lawnside, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.0% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.8%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression16.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate79.7%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Lawnside has a violent crime rate of 341 per 100,000 residents, 10% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,240 per 100,000 (65% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent341.1/100K
10% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery102.3/100K
Assault238.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,240.1/100K
65% above US avg
Burglary920.9/100K
Theft2,114.6/100K
Vehicle Theft204.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lawnside has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density2,185/sq mi
Coordinates39.8673°N, 75.0289°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,185/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Work from Home5.3%

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