Merchantville, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Gloucester County County
Merchantville, NJ
At a Glance
How Merchantville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Merchantville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Merchantville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Merchantville residents earn a median household income of $91,607 , which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,634. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,389 business establishments, including 585 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Merchantville is $316,300 , 12% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $360,861. Median rent is $1,097/month, with 34.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Merchantville reports 77 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,868/100K.
Education
37.0% of adults in Merchantville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above the national average). 88.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Merchantville 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 totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.