National Park, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

National Park is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,043. Residents earn $81,507 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,043 Population 3,013/sq mi density
$81,507 Median Income $38,154 per capita
$207,400 Home Value $266,717 Zillow
$1,380 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
100 Violent Crime/100K 1,828 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$81,507 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,400 home value, $1,380/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
100 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,507
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $207,400
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 100/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,380
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,043
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density3,013/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,507
Per Capita$38,154
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,400
Rent$1,380
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,717

Crime

F
Violent100/100K
Property1,828/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault66/100K
Burglary465/100K

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+92.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute32 min
Libraries16

Is National Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, National Park receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. National Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in National Park is $81,507, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.2% 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 National Park is $207,400, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,380 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

National Park is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 100 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,828 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

National Park 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.

National Park has a population of 3,043 with a density of 3,013 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 3.2% Black.

Population

3,043
Total Population
3,013
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

National Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

National Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in National Park is $81,507, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: National Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,507
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,154
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% 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 Rate4.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in National Park is $207,400, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,380 (19% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,717.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,400
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,717

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,380
19% 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-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.33%
In National Park, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: National Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
National Park has a violent crime rate of 100 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,828 per 100,000 (7% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent99.7/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery33.2/100K
Assault66.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,828.5/100K
7% below US avg
Burglary465.4/100K
Theft1,296.5/100K
Vehicle Theft66.5/100K
Arson99.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
National Park 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

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density3,013/sq mi
Coordinates39.8673°N, 75.1856°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below 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+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score6.24
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,013/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home7.2%

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