Linwood, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Linwood is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 6,954. Residents earn $135,904 per year, which is 81% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
6,954 Population 1,825/sq mi density
$135,904 Median Income $70,653 per capita
$351,100 Home Value $474,617 Zillow
$2,070 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
14 Violent Crime/100K 990 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$135,904 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$351,100 home value, $2,070/mo rent
F
Safety
1.1 / 5.0
14 violent crimes/100K (96% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $135,904
81% higher than US avg
Home Value $351,100
25% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 14/100K
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.6%
74% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,070
78% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.6%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,954
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density1,825/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$135,904
Per Capita$70,653
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$351,100
Rent$2,070
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$474,617

Crime

F
Violent14/100K
Property990/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary396/100K

Health

Obesity25.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation30 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.6%
High School+94.4%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries15

Is Linwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linwood receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Linwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linwood is $135,904, which is significantly higher than the national average — 81% above $75,149. This places Linwood among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linwood is $351,100, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,070 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Linwood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 14 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 990 per 100,000, 49% below the national average.

Education

Linwood is a highly educated community — 58.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Linwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Linwood has a population of 6,954 with a density of 1,825 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 2% Black.

Population

6,954
Total Population
1,825
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Linwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.3%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.7%
5% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Linwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linwood is $135,904, which is 81% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Linwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$135,904
81% above US avg
Per Capita Income$70,653
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Linwood is $351,100, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,070 (78% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $474,617.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$351,100
25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$474,617
Median List Price$594,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$594,900
$/Sq Ft$238
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio92.8%
Price Drops5.4%
Inventory37

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,070
78% 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-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Linwood, 25.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.6%
20% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma9.1%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802
Linwood has a violent crime rate of 14 per 100,000 residents, 96% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 990 per 100,000 (49% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent14.2/100K
96% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery14.2/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property990.2/100K
49% below US avg
Burglary396.1/100K
Theft580.0/100K
Vehicle Theft14.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.1 / 5.0
Linwood has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density1,825/sq mi
Coordinates39.3437°N, 74.5710°W
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 58.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.6%
74% above US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,825/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
F Safety Grade (1.1/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home14.8%

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