Madison Park, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Madison Park is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 8,798. Residents earn $76,396 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
8,798 Population 4,834/sq mi density
$76,396 Median Income $34,943 per capita
$386,200 Home Value
$1,558 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$76,396 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$386,200 home value, $1,558/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,396
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $386,200
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.1%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,558
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,798
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density4,834/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 32%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,396
Per Capita$34,943
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$86,705M
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$386,200
Rent$1,558
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation115 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.1%
High School+91.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute32 min
Libraries32

Is Madison Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madison Park receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Madison Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madison Park is $76,396, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madison Park is $386,200, 37% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,558 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Madison Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Madison Park has a population of 8,798 with a density of 4,834 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (32.1%), with 30.1% Black.

Population

8,798
Total Population
4,834
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Madison Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.2%
34% below US avg
Spanish47.8%
257% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Madison Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madison Park is $76,396, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Madison Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,396
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,943
Avg Weekly Wage$1,585
IRS Avg AGI$97,759

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)25,382
County GDP$86,705M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,863
Healthcare2,497
Retail2,447
Manufacturing649

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,677
205% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Madison Park is $386,200, 37% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,558 (34% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$386,200
37% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,558
34% 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-Occupied31.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,677
205% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Madison Park, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.3% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression14.3%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death5,499/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,497

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Safety Score

Madison Park has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall29.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density4,834/sq mi
Coordinates40.4460°N, 74.2964°W
County FIPS34023
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.5%
D 52.5%

Winner: Democrat by 8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.1%
8% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,834/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities2,497
Restaurants1,863
Retail Stores2,447

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Work from Home5.9%

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