Millington, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Millington is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,002. Residents earn $202,604 per year, which is 170% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,002 Population 1,155/sq mi density
$202,604 Median Income $82,292 per capita
$746,800 Home Value
$3,110 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$202,604 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$746,800 home value, $3,110/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $202,604
170% higher than US avg
Home Value $746,800
165% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.9%
84% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,110
167% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.4%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,002
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density1,155/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$202,604
Per Capita$82,292
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$746,800
Rent$3,110
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.2%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation287 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.9%
High School+97.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute31 min
Libraries17

Is Millington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millington receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Millington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millington is $202,604, which is significantly higher than the national average — 170% above $75,149. This places Millington among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millington is $746,800, making it a premium housing market at 165% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,110 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Millington is a highly educated community — 61.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Millington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Millington has a population of 3,002 with a density of 1,155 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%).

Population

3,002
Total Population
1,155
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Millington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.4%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.6%
6% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millington is $202,604, which is 170% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Millington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$202,604
170% above US avg
Per Capita Income$82,292
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$54,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants823
Healthcare1,266
Retail1,003
Manufacturing243

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Millington is $746,800, 165% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,110 (167% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$746,800
165% above US avg
Median List Price$724,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$724,500
$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio109.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,110
167% 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-Occupied90.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Millington, 21.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.4%
33% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma8.5%
COPD3.3%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression16.2%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress8.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Millington has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation287 ft (87 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density1,155/sq mi
Coordinates40.6750°N, 74.5148°W
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 61.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.9%
84% above US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,155/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Work from Home20.3%

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