Marmora, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Marmora is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,011. Residents earn $94,621 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,011 Population 1,001/sq mi density
$94,621 Median Income $54,346 per capita
$370,400 Home Value $479,757 Zillow
$1,917 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,621 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$370,400 home value, $1,917/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,621
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $370,400
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.6%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,917
65% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,011
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density1,001/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,621
Per Capita$54,346
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$370,400
Rent$1,917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$479,757

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation15 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.6%
High School+98.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute25 min
Libraries15

Is Marmora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marmora receives an overall livability score of 4.6 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. Marmora stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marmora is $94,621, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.6% 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 Marmora is $370,400, 31% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,917 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Marmora enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Marmora has a population of 2,011 with a density of 1,001 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

2,011
Total Population
1,001
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Marmora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marmora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marmora is $94,621, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Marmora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,621
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,346
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Marmora is $370,400, 31% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,917 (65% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $479,757.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$370,400
31% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$479,757
Median List Price$549,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$549,000
$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,917
65% 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-Occupied87.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In Marmora, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Marmora has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density1,001/sq mi
Coordinates39.2587°N, 74.6574°W
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 43.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.6%
29% above US avg
High School+98.6%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,001/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home3.2%

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