Mount Royal, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Mount Royal is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,077.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,077 Population 1,958/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $47,304 per capita
$417,400 Home Value $443,883 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $417,400
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.8%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,077
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density1,958/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$47,304
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute43 min

Housing

Home Value$417,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$443,883

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation41 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.8%
High School+97.8%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute43 min
Libraries16

Is Mount Royal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Royal receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Mount Royal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Royal is $417,400, 48% above the national median.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mount Royal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mount Royal has a population of 1,077 with a density of 1,958 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%).

Population

1,077
Total Population
1,958
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Royal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Royal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Royal is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Mount Royal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$47,304
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.8 min
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Royal is $417,400, 48% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $443,883.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$417,400
48% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$443,883

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.7%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Mount Royal, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.4% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Royal vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Mount Royal has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation41 ft (12 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,958/sq mi
Coordinates39.8100°N, 75.2147°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.8%
3% above US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,958/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.8 min
Work from Home13.5%

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