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Marksboro, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Marksboro is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 156. Residents earn $119,063 per year, which is 58% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
156 Population 73/sq mi density
$119,063 Median Income $112,264 per capita
$330,800 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$119,063 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$330,800 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,063
58% higher than US avg
Home Value $330,800
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.9%
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population156
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$119,063
Per Capita$112,264
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$74,395M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$330,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units88
Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity30.1%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking10.6%
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.9%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute35 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries37

Is Marksboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marksboro receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Marksboro stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marksboro is $119,063, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Marksboro among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marksboro is $330,800, 17% above the national median. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Marksboro 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 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Marksboro has a population of 156 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%).

Population

156
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Marksboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marksboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marksboro is $119,063, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Marksboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,063
58% above US avg
Per Capita Income$112,264
Avg Weekly Wage$1,946
IRS Avg AGI$156,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,002
County GDP$74,395M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,349
Healthcare1,822
Retail1,639
Manufacturing496

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Marksboro is $330,800, 17% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$330,800
17% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.2%

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-Occupied88.6%
Housing Units88
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Rate4.10%
In Marksboro, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 10.6% are current smokers. 19.1% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.6%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits70.9%
Premature Death4,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Marksboro 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 45.5 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 Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates40.9793°N, 74.9025°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.7-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.9%
21% above US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Restaurants1,349
Retail Stores1,639

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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