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Marlboro, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Marlboro is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 101. Residents earn $102,813 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
101 Population 259/sq mi density
$102,813 Median Income $35,648 per capita
$229,700 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$102,813 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$229,700 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,813
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $229,700
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population101
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,813
Per Capita$35,648
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$7,363M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units27
Rent Burden34.0%

Health

Obesity30.7%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking12.4%
Depression16.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation76 ft (23 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+10.4%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute28 min
Broadband37.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Marlboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marlboro receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Marlboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marlboro is $102,813, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Marlboro among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marlboro is $229,700, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Marlboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Marlboro has a population of 101 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 6.9% Black.

Population

101
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Marlboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Marlboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marlboro is $102,813, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Marlboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,813
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,648
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$71,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,492
County GDP$7,363M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare143
Retail159
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,555
144% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone92.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Marlboro is $229,700, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,700
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$49
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio85.7%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.0%

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-Occupied94.6%
Housing Units27
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,555
144% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Marlboro, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 16.0% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma8.5%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression16.0%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,065
Dentists1:3,256
Mental Health1:778
Checkup Rate67.4%
Dental Visits58.6%
Premature Death11,685/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities143
Marlboro has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall11.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation76 ft (23 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates39.4871°N, 75.3246°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+10.4%
School Test Score6.24
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities143
Restaurants115
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone92.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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