Millstone, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Millstone is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 606. Residents earn $139,209 per year, which is 85% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
606 Population 891/sq mi density
$139,209 Median Income $50,715 per capita
$486,200 Home Value
$1,292 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$139,209 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$486,200 home value, $1,292/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $139,209
85% higher than US avg
Home Value $486,200
72% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.6%
44% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,292
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.1%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population606
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density891/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$139,209
Per Capita$50,715
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$486,200
Rent$1,292
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity27.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.6%
High School+87.8%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute32 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries17

Is Millstone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millstone receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Millstone stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millstone is $139,209, which is significantly higher than the national average — 85% above $75,149. This places Millstone among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millstone is $486,200, making it a premium housing market at 72% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,292 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Millstone experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Millstone has a population of 606 with a density of 891 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.7%), with 3.6% Black.

Population

606
Total Population
891
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Millstone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.4%
17% below US avg
Spanish34.6%
158% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Millstone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millstone is $139,209, which is 85% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Millstone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$139,209
85% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,715
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% 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 Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Drive Alone53.5%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Millstone is $486,200, 72% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,292 (11% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$486,200
72% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$303
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.6%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,292
11% above US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

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-Occupied88.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In Millstone, 27.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.1%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Millstone has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density891/sq mi
Coordinates40.4999°N, 74.5955°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.6%
44% above US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density891/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Drive Alone53.5%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home7.8%

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