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Mystic Island, NJ
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Mystic Island, NJ
At a Glance
How Mystic Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mystic Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mystic Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mystic Island residents earn a median household income of $71,917 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,525. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,268 business establishments, including 830 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mystic Island is $290,000 , 3% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $408,718. Median rent is $1,786/month, with 51.0% 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 1982.
Safety & Crime
Mystic Island reports 118 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,713/100K.
Education
24.4% of adults in Mystic Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mystic Island has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.