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Layton, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Layton is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 896. Residents earn $106,799 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
896 Population 128/sq mi density
$106,799 Median Income $56,271 per capita
$333,900 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$106,799 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$333,900 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,799
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $333,900
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.3%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.9%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population896
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density128/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$106,799
Per Capita$56,271
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$6,729M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$333,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units379
Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity25.9%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking11.6%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.3%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries7

Is Layton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Layton receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Layton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Layton is $106,799, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Layton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Layton is $333,900, 18% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Layton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Layton has a population of 896 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%).

Population

896
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Layton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Layton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Layton is $106,799, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Layton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,799
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,271
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$97,341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,624
County GDP$6,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants285
Healthcare375
Retail406
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Layton is $333,900, 18% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$333,900
18% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.0%

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-Occupied97.6%
Housing Units379
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
In Layton, 25.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.6% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.9%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.6%
17% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits70.5%
Premature Death6,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities375
Layton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall38.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates41.2185°N, 74.8235°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.3%
14% above US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density128/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities375
Restaurants285
Retail Stores406

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

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