Marlton, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Marlton is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 10,473. Residents earn $94,160 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
10,473 Population 3,174/sq mi density
$94,160 Median Income $51,184 per capita
$314,500 Home Value
$1,598 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$94,160 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$314,500 home value, $1,598/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,160
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $314,500
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.9%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,598
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,473
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density3,174/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,160
Per Capita$51,184
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty0.4%
County GDP$34,620M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$314,500
Rent$1,598
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation94 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.9%
High School+97.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 63%
Commute25 min
EV Stations5
Libraries22

Is Marlton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marlton 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, a low poverty rate. Marlton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marlton is $94,160, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marlton is $314,500, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,598 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Marlton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Marlton has a population of 10,473 with a density of 3,174 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.7%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

10,473
Total Population
3,174
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Marlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marlton is $94,160, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Marlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,160
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,184
Avg Weekly Wage$1,328
IRS Avg AGI$84,384

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,090
County GDP$34,620M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,066
Healthcare1,718
Retail1,618
Manufacturing359

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,783
180% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Marlton is $314,500, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,598 (37% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$314,500
12% above US avg
Median List Price$552,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$552,450
$/Sq Ft$271
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops23.1%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,598
37% 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-Occupied57.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,783
180% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Marlton, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death8,984/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access92.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,718

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Marlton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation94 ft (29 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density3,174/sq mi
Coordinates39.9019°N, 74.9293°W
County FIPS34007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 27.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.5%
D 63%

Winner: Democrat by 27.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.9%
42% above US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,174/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,718
Restaurants1,066
Retail Stores1,618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home17.1%

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