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New Gretna, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

New Gretna is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 249. Residents earn $93,438 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
249 Population 293/sq mi density
$93,438 Median Income $28,638 per capita
$289,700 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$93,438 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$289,700 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,438
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $289,700
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.5%
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population249
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density293/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$93,438
Per Capita$28,638
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$289,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units105
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity32.2%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking16.8%
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.5%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute23 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries15

Is New Gretna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Gretna receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. New Gretna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Gretna is $93,438, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Gretna is $289,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

New Gretna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

New Gretna has a population of 249 with a density of 293 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

249
Total Population
293
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

New Gretna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Gretna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Gretna is $93,438, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: New Gretna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,438
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,638
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in New Gretna is $289,700, 3% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$289,700
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.2%

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-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units105
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In New Gretna, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 20.1% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Gretna vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802
New Gretna has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates39.5878°N, 74.4545°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 36.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.5%
8% above US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density293/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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