New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
McKee City is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 10,843. Residents earn $81,667 per year, which is 9% above the national average.
Based on current data, McKee City receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. McKee City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in McKee City is $81,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in McKee City is $232,000, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,745 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
McKee City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 81.5% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 18.5% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $81,667 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,648 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,139 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,837 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,268 |
| County GDP | $19,423M |
| Restaurants | 830 |
| Healthcare | 802 |
| Retail | 1,005 |
| Manufacturing | 120 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,412 |
| 140% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.63% |
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
| Census Median | $232,000 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $199,950 |
| Median List Price | $199,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $236 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.9% |
| Price Drops | 16.3% |
| Inventory | 43 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,745 |
| 50% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,412 |
| 140% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.63% |
| Obesity | 30.0% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 16.2% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 10,072/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 802 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 34 |
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.0 inches |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 17.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 41 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,250/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4438°N, 74.6519°W |
| County FIPS | 34001 |
Winner: Republican by 3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.2% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,250/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 15 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 802 |
| Restaurants | 830 |
| Retail Stores | 1,005 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 34 |
| Avg Commute | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |