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Llewellyn Park, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Llewellyn Park is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 536. Residents earn $179,333 per year, which is 139% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
536 Population 755/sq mi density
$179,333 Median Income $138,297 per capita
$1,293,800 Home Value
$2,224 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$179,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$1,293,800 home value, $2,224/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $179,333
139% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,293,800
359% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.9%
69% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,224
91% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.2%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population536
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density755/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$179,333
Per Capita$138,297
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$76,180M
Commute45 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$1,293,800
Rent$2,224
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units293
Rent Burden21.8%

Health

Obesity24.2%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking9.1%
Depression16.4%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation352 ft (107 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+22.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 72%
Commute45 min
Broadband93.9%
Libraries34

Is Llewellyn Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Llewellyn Park receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Llewellyn Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Llewellyn Park is $179,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 139% above $75,149. This places Llewellyn Park among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Llewellyn Park is $1,293,800, making it a premium housing market at 359% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,224 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Llewellyn Park is a highly educated community — 56.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Llewellyn Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Llewellyn Park has a population of 536 with a density of 755 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.2%), with 10.1% Black.

Population

536
Total Population
755
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Llewellyn Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.7%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.3%
231% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Llewellyn Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Llewellyn Park is $179,333, which is 139% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Llewellyn Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$179,333
139% above US avg
Per Capita Income$138,297
Avg Weekly Wage$1,699
IRS Avg AGI$112,115

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)23,692
County GDP$76,180M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,759
Healthcare2,593
Retail2,565
Manufacturing603

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$16,276
365% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit9.9%
Work from Home20.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Llewellyn Park is $1,293,800, 359% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,224 (91% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,293,800
359% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,224
91% above US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

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-Occupied64.6%
Housing Units293
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$16,276
365% above US avg
Effective Rate1.26%
In Llewellyn Park, 24.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 9.1% are current smokers. 16.4% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Llewellyn Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.2%
25% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma9.3%
COPD3.8%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.1%
35% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression16.4%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.0%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,325
Dentists1:1,088
Mental Health1:354
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits71.1%
Premature Death8,341/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access99.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,593
Llewellyn Park has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation352 ft (107 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density755/sq mi
Coordinates40.7893°N, 74.2397°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 56.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 44.9-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.8%
D 71.7%

Winner: Democrat by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.9%
69% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+22.0%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density755/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Public Libraries34
Healthcare Facilities2,593
Restaurants1,759
Retail Stores2,565

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit9.9%
Work from Home20.7%

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