New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Linden is a mid-size city in New Jersey with a population of 43,614. Residents earn $91,036 per year, which is 21% above the national average.
Based on current data, Linden receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Linden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Linden is $91,036, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Linden is $387,200, 37% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,677 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Linden is below the national average at 366 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,599 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.
23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Linden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 45.1% |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 54.9% |
| 310% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $91,036 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,093 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,622 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $109,188 |
| Unemployment | 6.0% |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 16,571 |
| County GDP | $51,947M |
| Restaurants | 1,317 |
| Healthcare | 1,591 |
| Retail | 1,861 |
| Manufacturing | 523 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $13,532 |
| 287% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.49% |
| Commute Time | 31.4 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
| Census Median | $387,200 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $542,929 |
| Median List Price | $599,000 |
| Median List Price | $599,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $446 |
| Homes Sold | 20 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.1% |
| Price Drops | 11.1% |
| Inventory | 54 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,677 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,467 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $13,532 |
| 287% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.49% |
| Obesity | 31.1% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.7% |
| Depression | 15.2% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,477/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,591 |
| Total Violent | 365.8/100K |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Murder | 2.4/100K |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Rape | 28.9/100K |
| Robbery | 154.0/100K |
| Assault | 180.5/100K |
| Total Property | 2,599.3/100K |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 327.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,913.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 358.6/100K |
| Arson | 2.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 29 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 31.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 10.7 sq mi (27.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,080/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6273°N, 74.2363°W |
| County FIPS | 34039 |
Winner: Democrat by 24.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.3% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.3% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,080/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 24 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,591 |
| Restaurants | 1,317 |
| Retail Stores | 1,861 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 29 |
| Avg Commute | 31.4 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |