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Mauricetown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Mauricetown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 386. Residents earn $63,946 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
386 Population 183/sq mi density
$63,946 Median Income $33,487 per capita
$168,000 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$63,946 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,000 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,946
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.2%
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population386
Median Age65.2 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans16.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,946
Per Capita$33,487
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$8,514M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units247
Rent Burden35.9%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking20.7%
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute46 min
Broadband76.6%
Libraries4

Is Mauricetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mauricetown receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Mauricetown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mauricetown is $63,946, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mauricetown is $168,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mauricetown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mauricetown has a population of 386 with a density of 183 people per square mile. The median age is 65.2 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%).

Population

386
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
65.2yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Mauricetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mauricetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mauricetown is $63,946, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Mauricetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,946
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,487
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$59,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,763
County GDP$8,514M

Business (County)

Restaurants243
Healthcare408
Retail478
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.2 min
Drive Alone38.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mauricetown is $168,000, 40% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,000
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$84
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio87.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.9%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units247
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Effective Rate3.96%
In Mauricetown, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 19.9% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep42.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,560
Dentists1:1,560
Mental Health1:739
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits54.6%
Premature Death10,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access88.9%
Healthcare Facilities408
Mauricetown has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 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) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates39.2924°N, 75.0075°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34011
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 41.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.8-point margin. 76.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.3%
D 47.6%

Winner: Republican by 3.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.2%
22% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities408
Restaurants243
Retail Stores478

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.2 min
Drive Alone38.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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