New Gretna, NJ

New Jersey · Atlantic County · Atlantic City-Hammonton Metro

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.

3.6 /5.0

B+ Good

249 Population 293/sq mi density

$93,438 Median Income $28,638 per capita

$289,700 Home Value $420,868 Zillow

55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

118 Violent Crime/100K 1,713 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.6 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$93,438 median income, 5.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$289,700 home value

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

118 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)

B+

Education

3.9 / 5.0

36.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $93,438

24% higher than US avg

Home Value $289,700

3% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 118/100K

69% lower 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

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

Ownership87.0%

Zillow$420,868

Housing Units105

Rent Burden34.2%

Crime

Violent118/100K

Property1,713/100K

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 Score5.56

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%

Commute23 min

Broadband77.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries15

Is New Gretna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Gretna receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. New Gretna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

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.

Safety & Crime

New Gretna is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 118 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,713 per 100,000, near the national average.

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. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

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, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.2% female and 45.8% male. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.7% of residents. 2.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 10.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 92.2% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only 95.7%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.3%

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. Per capita income is $28,638 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,139, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,268 business establishments, including 830 restaurants. The cost of living index is 108.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index	0.478 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.0%
	39% above US avg
Poverty Rate	5.0%
	60% below US avg
Establishments (County)	7,268
County GDP	$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants	830
Healthcare	802
Retail	1,005
Manufacturing	120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,412
	140% above US avg
Cost of Living	108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.2 min
Drive Alone	86.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in New Gretna is $289,700, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $420,868, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,759 for a one-bedroom to $2,132 for a two-bedroom apartment. 87.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 105 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $8,412 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$289,700
	3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$420,868

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	34.2%

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

Homeownership	87.0%
Owner-Occupied	87.0%
Renter-Occupied	13.0%
Housing Units	105
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,412
	140% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.90%

In New Gretna, 32.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 31.1% have high blood pressure. 16.8% are current smokers. 18.4% report binge drinking. 27.5% are physically inactive. 20.1% report depression. 19.7% experience frequent mental distress. 11.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,396. The dentist ratio is 1:1,671. 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.2%
	0% below US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	31.1%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	6.8%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.8%
	20% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	27.5%
Depression	20.1%
Mental Distress	19.7%
Physical Distress	14.6%
Short Sleep	34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.2%
Uninsured	11.3%
	31% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,396
Dentists	1:1,671
Mental Health	1:435
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	61.1%
Premature Death	10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	90.6%
Healthcare Facilities	802

New Gretna has a violent crime rate of 118 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,713 per 100,000, 13% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 34 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, New Gretna receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: New Gretna vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	118.2/100K
	69% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,713.4/100K
	13% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	34
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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New Gretna experiences four distinct seasons with 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, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. The area receives 10.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	54.9°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	10 ft (3 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density	293/sq mi
Coordinates	39.5878°N, 74.4545°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Atlantic County County
Nearest Airport	Atlantic City International (ACY) 11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.0"

8% above US avg

Snowfall 10.2"

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.61"

Driest Month (Jun) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0381 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.00 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	93.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	46.5 / 100
Community Resilience	83.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Very High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 3, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024	2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake	M4.8	126 km
Apr 5, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M3.7	125 km
Oct 23, 1990	3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey	M3.2	91 km
Jan 9, 1992	4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey	M3.1	87 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	126 km
Aug 3, 2025	0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey	M3.0	145 km
Feb 3, 2009	1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey	M3.0	143 km
Apr 27, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.9	125 km
May 24, 2024	6 km E of Califon, New Jersey	M2.9	128 km
Jul 1, 2009	3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey	M2.8	88 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	113 km
Apr 5, 2024	6 km ESE of Califon, New Jersey	M2.6	125 km
Apr 10, 2024	5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.6	126 km
May 1, 2024	1 km NW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.6	128 km
Aug 14, 2015	3 km SE of Mendham, New Jersey	M2.6	130 km
Jul 5, 1996	2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania	M2.6	96 km
Oct 27, 2001	1 km NNW of Manhattan, New York	M2.6	140 km
Feb 26, 1993	2 km SW of Marlton, New Jersey	M2.5	53 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Henri (2021, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2021	Henri	Category 1	297 km
2014	Arthur	Category 1	221 km
2012	Sandy	Category 2	180 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	172 km
2010	Earl	Category 1	293 km
1993	Emily	Category 3	278 km
1991	Bob	Category 3	147 km
1986	Charley	Category 1	252 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	86 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

172 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 101 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Sep 1, 2021	EF3	69 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF3	76 km	0
Jul 21, 1983	EF3	18 km	0
Sep 26, 1977	EF3	87 km	0
Apr 28, 1961	EF3	96 km	0
Jun 24, 1960	EF3	81 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	65 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	63 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	69 km	0
Feb 21, 2023	EF2	80 km	0
Sep 1, 2021	EF2	88 km	1
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	29 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	94 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	70 km	0
Oct 31, 2019	EF2	98 km	0
Sep 28, 2004	EF2	99 km	0
May 27, 2001	EF2	85 km	0
Aug 20, 1999	EF2	18 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	77 km	0
Aug 21, 1993	EF2	32 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1895	HIGH BRIDGE, NJ	Earthquake	—	—	125 km
1840	PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA	Earthquake	—	—	68 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GREENWOOD STATE FOREST (21,271 ac, 1995).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1995	GREENWOOD STATE FOREST	21,271	32 km
2007	WARREN GROVE	15,315	16 km
2022	MULLICA RIVER FIRE	13,082	22 km
1999	BASS RIVER	12,129	9 km
2019	SPRING HILL FIRE	8,182	23 km
2023	ALLEN ROAD	6,213	7 km
1992	FORKED RIVER MOUTAIN APR	5,093	34 km
1992	POWER PLANT	4,928	33 km
1992	UNNAMED	4,470	46 km
2024	TEA TIME HILL	4,444	26 km
2006	UNNAMED	3,780	21 km
2017	PENN SWAMP FIRE	3,587	19 km
2023	JIMMYS WATER HOLE	3,585	47 km
1989	SIMM PLACE	3,262	22 km
2002	UNNAMED	2,824	47 km
2007	ATSION	2,705	27 km
1992	FOUR MILE COLONY	2,647	32 km
1996	UNNAMED	2,625	13 km
2010	FORT DIX RANGE 1-14	2,615	48 km
1990	UNNAMED	2,367	34 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	34°F (1°C)	3.7 in	Coldest
February	34°F (1°C)	3.1 in
March	42°F (5°C)	4.3 in
April	51°F (10°C)	3.9 in
May	60°F (16°C)	3.5 in
June	69°F (21°C)	3.1 in	Driest
July	76°F (25°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
September	67°F (20°C)	3.2 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.2 in
November	47°F (8°C)	3.6 in
December	38°F (3°C)	3.6 in

New Gretna has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 34°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (3.1").

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New Gretna is located in Atlantic County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 36.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 8% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 50.7% of the vote, a 3-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 15 public libraries serving the community. 802 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%

D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	34
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	36.5%
	8% above US avg
High School+	97.5%
Graduate Degree+	4.7%
School Test Score	5.56

B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	293/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi
County	Atlantic County County

Services

Broadband Access	77.0%
Avg Download Speed	111.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	15.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	15
Healthcare Facilities	802
Restaurants	830
Retail Stores	1,005

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.2 min
Drive Alone	86.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.2%

Average costs for common services in New Gretna. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$272 ($163–$435)
Specialist Visit	$381 ($218–$598)
Urgent Care Visit	$218 ($109–$381)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,394 ($870–$5,440)
Dental Cleaning	$141 ($82–$218)
Dental Filling	$272 ($163–$435)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27–$82)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$82 ($54–$131)
Brake Pad Replacement	$326 ($163–$544)
Tire Rotation	$44 ($22–$82)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$653 ($435–$1,088)
Battery Replacement	$218 ($109–$381)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$109 ($65–$163)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$98 ($54–$152)
HVAC Repair	$435 ($163–$870)
HVAC System Install	$7,616 ($4,352–$13,056)
Roof Repair	$1,088 ($435–$2,176)
Roof Replacement	$9,792 ($5,984–$16,320)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,632 ($544–$3,808)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,320 ($5,440–$32,640)
DUI Defense	$5,440 ($2,176–$10,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,632 ($870–$3,264)
Will Preparation	$544 ($218–$1,088)
Trust Preparation	$2,720 ($1,088–$5,440)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut	$60 ($33–$109)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$163 ($82–$272)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure	$44 ($27–$71)
Massage (1 Hour)	$87 ($54–$141)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.46 ($3.26–$5.98)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.81 ($2.72–$5.44)
Loaf of Bread	$4.13 ($2.72–$5.98)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.90 ($3.26–$7.07)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.98 ($4.35–$8.16)
Rice (per lb)	$1.09 ($0.65–$1.96)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$152 ($87–$272)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$163)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$131)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$109)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$71 ($33–$109)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54–$163)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$218 ($82–$544)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,176 ($1,306–$3,808)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$141)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.70–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$109 ($33–$272)
Driver's License Renewal	$33 ($16–$82)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,306 ($653–$2,720)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,088 ($544–$2,176)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$435 ($218–$762)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$109)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,088 ($435–$2,720)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,600 ($5,440–$32,640)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($33–$109)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$109 ($54–$218)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($33–$109)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$44 ($22–$82)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$326 ($163–$544)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$218 ($109–$435)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,241
Toddler	$1,204
Preschool	$1,204
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$780
Toddler	$802
Preschool	$751

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Atlantic County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services	34,657	826	$41,243	3.05
Health Care & Social Assistance	19,875	1,569	$67,445	1.11
Retail Trade	14,634	895	$39,805	1.17
Construction	5,454	687	$80,942	0.83
Administrative & Waste Services	5,067	432	$47,987	0.69
Professional & Technical Services	4,206	535	$103,767	0.48
Other Services	3,592	583	$38,397	0.95
Arts & Entertainment	3,173	135	$47,833	1.51
Wholesale Trade	2,206	157	$70,470	0.45
Finance & Insurance	2,101	216	$98,598	0.41
Transportation & Warehousing	1,780	113	$62,180	0.34
Management of Companies	1,336	28	$122,598	0.63
Real Estate	1,245	224	$55,588	0.64
Utilities	883	20	$127,376	1.86
Educational Services	675	68	$38,730	0.26

Radio Stations near New Gretna

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
70's Hits DJ Jan The Man	70s, classic hits	MP3 128 kbps
Mustbe5 Radio	afrobeat, electronic	AAC 192 kbps
103.7 WMGM	rock	MP3 128 kbps
KOL BRAMAH 107.9 FM LAKEWOOD	—	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near New Gretna

70 national parks and monuments found near New Gretna.

Park	Type	Fee
Abbott Marshland	State Park	Free
Allaire State Park	State Park	Free
Allaire State Park	State Park	Free
Angola Neck Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Angola Neck Preserve	State Park	Free
Barnegat	State Park	Free
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park	State Park	Free
Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Benjamin Rush State Park	State Park	Free
Camp Zehnder	State Park	Free
Cape Henlopen State Park	State Park	Free
Cape Henlopen State Park	State Park	Free
Cape May Point State Park	State Park	Free
Cedar Creek Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Cheesequake State Park	State Park	Free
Corsons Inlet State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park (David Library)	State Park	Free
Delaware Seashore State Park	State Park	Free
Doe Bridge Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Double Trouble State Park	State Park	Free
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Edison State Park	State Park	Free
Evansburg State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Washington State Park	State Park	Free
Gateway National Recreation Area	National Recreation Area	Free
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Great Egg Harbor River		Free
Great Marsh Preserve	State Park	Free
Great Sound State Park	State Park	Free
Hamilton Marsh State Park	State Park	Free
Hawk Island State Park	State Park	Free
Hopewell Park	State Park	Free
Hudson Park - Deltech Replacement	State Park	Free
Independence National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$1
Island Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Limited Practical Use Program	State Park	Free
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River	National Wild and Scenic River	Free
Marian R. Okie Memorial Wildlife Preserve at Poplar Thicket	State Park	Free
Monmouth Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Laurel State Park	State Park	Free
Neshaminy State Park	State Park	Free
New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve	National Reserve	Free
Nockamixon State Park	State Park	Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park	State Park	Free
Parvin State Park	State Park	Free
Pigeon Swamp State Park	State Park	Free
Princeton Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Ralph Stover State Park	State Park	Free
Rancocas State Park	State Park	Free
Raritan River Confluence State Park	State Park	Free
Rec Trail Wash Cross - Princet	State Park	Free
Ridley Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Rutgers Community Park	State Park	Free
Six Mile Run Reservoir Site	State Park	Free
Soldiers and Sailors	State Park	Free
Sowbridge Branch Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Stow Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Thompson Island Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Tyler State Park	State Park	Free
unknown	State Park	Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Washington Crossing	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free

Historical Trends — New Gretna

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2021	279	$105,938
2023	249	$93,438

Museums in New Gretna

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ATLANTIC CITY HISTORICAL WATERFRONT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6093482880	$1,043,406
BARNEGAT BAY DECOY & BAYMENS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	120 W MAIN ST #1	6092968868	$794,856
NOYES MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		6096528848	$679,915
MUSEUM OF JEWISH HISTORY OF WOODBINE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6098615355	$160,291
MUSEUM OF NEW JERSEY MARITIME HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM		6094920202	$139,437
MUSEUM OF NJ MARITIME HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM		6094920202	$139,437
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY	HISTORY MUSEUM		6093506662	$45,885
JERSEY SHORE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	116 LIGHTHOUSE LN	6096457741	$30,560
EGG HARBOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099659073	$30,045
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099780617	$27,500
ABSECON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	100 NEW JERSEY AVENUE	6095699000	$7,324
ATLANTIC COUNTY WOMANS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM			$2,711
ATLANTIC CAPE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6096251111
ATLANTIC CITY AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
ATLANTIC CITY COASTAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
ATLANTIC CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	NEW JERSEY AVENUE & THE BOARDWALK	6093475839
BARNEGAT BAY DECOY & BAYMEN'S MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	120 W MAIN STREET	6092968868
BRIGANTINE BEACH HISTORICAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6092663437
BRIGANTINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3625 ATLANTIC BRIGANTINE BOULEVARD	6092669339
EAGLESWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	243 MAIN STREET
EGG HARBOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099659073
LINWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099278293
NORTHFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PORT REPUBLIC HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6096521352
RIP TIDE PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHORELINE RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
STOCKTON COLLEGE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6096521776
THEHISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WARETOWN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	182 WELLS MILL ROAD	6096935666
TUCKERTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6092941547
VETERANS UNITED MILITARY MEMORIAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6098129224
WOODLAND TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6097261053

Libraries in New Gretna

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ATLANTIC CITY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1 N. TENNESSEE AVENUE	586,625
OTTO BRUYNS PUBLIC LIBRARY	241 W. MILL ROAD	32,892
LINWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 DAVIS AVENUE	28,952
ABSECON PUBLIC LIBRARY	305 NEW JERSEY AVENUE	21,275
BASS RIVER COMMUNITY LIBRARY	11 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE	10,391

Farmers Markets in New Gretna

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Atlantic City Farmers' Market	1200 Atlantic Avenue between North & South Carolina Avenues	July to October	Thu:10:00 am - 4:00 pm;Sat:10:00 am - 4:00 pm;	Visit
Barnegat Farmers Market	East Bay Ave. and Rt. 9	06/19/2014 to 10/23/2014	Thu: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;	Visit
Jersey Fresh Farmers Market	Smithville on The Village Green
Tuckerton Farmers Market at the Seaport	140 E. Main Street			Visit

Breweries in New Gretna

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bootleggers Liquor Outlet	Liquor Store, Brewery	200 Tilton Rd	6094849463	Visit
Christi's Bar and Restaurant	Restaurant, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Family Style Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants	6415 Delilah Rd	6093832700
Gourmet Liquor	Brewery, Liquor Store	319 S Pitney Rd
Planned Parenthood	Sub-lessors of real estate, Home, Health Clinics, Atlantic City, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Family Plann	2922 Atlantic Ave	6094287528, 6093454290
Souzai Sushi and Sake	Sushi Restaurant, Brewery, and African Restaurant	1 Atlantic Ocean	6093484443	Visit
Stromfield Tuckahoe Brewing	Brewers	3092 English Creek Ave	6096452739
Tuckahoe Brewing Co.	Brewery	3902 English Creek Ave	6098275375

Cell Towers in New Gretna

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1100 HAMBURG RD (64675)	GTOWER	154
(Atlantic City site) 1701 ABSECON BLVD (010111)	TOWER	110
569 Route 72 (77405)	LTOWER	60
141 Old Republic Road (26115)	MTOWER	59
(Tuckerton East) 535 Main St (Route 9)	LTOWER	58
(Tuckerton East) 535 Main St (Route 9)	LTOWER	58
505 ROUTE 9 (77399)	LTOWER	58
3179 Route 563 (87339)	LTOWER	57
3605 Bayshore Drive (105714)	MTOWER	49
116 BLAKES LANE (64692)	MTOWER	48

Bridges in New Gretna

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2013	988	20,446	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1954	890	20,045	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2005	468	9,950	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	71	9,826	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2013	165	8,404	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1975	65	2,785	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1955	27	2,637	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2013	102	2,436	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2013	88	2,436	G
Movable (Bascule)	Steel	1928	401	2,384	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2013	143	2,068	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2013	136	2,068	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1940	24	1,493	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1983	60	1,289	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1973	25	1,289	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1988	66	628	F

Amtrak Stations in New Gretna

4 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Absecon, NJ	Shore Road and Ohio Avenue	TRAIN
Atlantic City, NJ	1901 Atlantic Avenue	BUS
Atlantic City, NJ	1 Atlantic City Expressway	TRAIN
Egg Harbor City, NJ	South Philadelphia Avenue & Atlantic Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near New Gretna

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ATLANTIC CITY ELECTRIC ATLANTIC REGIONAL OPERATIONS	5100 HARDING HIGHWAY	ATLANTIC

Airports Near New Gretna

47 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Atlantic City International Airport	ACY	Medium Airport
Cape May County Airport	WWD	Medium Airport
Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport	NEL	Medium Airport
Mc Guire Air Force Base	WRI	Medium Airport
Millville Municipal Airport	MIV	Medium Airport
Northeast Philadelphia Airport	PNE	Medium Airport
Trenton Mercer Airport	TTN	Medium Airport
Allen Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Alliance Airport	—	Small Airport
Blews Airport	—	Small Airport
Buckingham Airport	—	Small Airport
Bucks Airport	—	Small Airport
Coyle Field	—	Small Airport
Cross Keys Airport	—	Small Airport
Cuddihy Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Dix Field	—	Small Airport
Doylestown Airport	DYL	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Ekdahl Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying W Airport	—	Small Airport
Free Spirit Airport	—	Small Airport
Hammonton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ideal Mfg Corp Airport	—	Small Airport
Inductotherm Airport	—	Small Airport
Jarrett Airport	—	Small Airport
Kroelinger Airport	—	Small Airport
Lakewood Airport	—	Small Airport
Mar Bar L Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Monmouth Executive Airport	BLM	Small Airport
Ocean City Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ocean County Airport	MJX	Small Airport
Old Bridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Paramount Airport	—	Small Airport
Pemberton Airport	—	Small Airport
Pine Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Lion Airport	—	Small Airport
Redwing Airport	—	Small Airport
Slack Airport	—	Small Airport
South Jersey Regional Airport	LLY	Small Airport
Southern Cross Airport	—	Small Airport
Strawberry Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Thomas Browne Airpark	—	Small Airport
Trenton Robbinsville Airport	—	Small Airport
Vineland-Downtown Airport	—	Small Airport
Warren Grove Range Airport	—	Small Airport
Winchelsea Airport	—	Small Airport
Woodbine Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in New Gretna

16 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Absecon Police Dept
Atlantic City Beach Patrol
Atlantic City Police Department	2715 Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic City Police Department - Boardwalk Station
Barnegat Township Police Department	900 West Bay Avenue
Barnegat Township Police Department	900 West Bay Avenue
Beach Haven Police	300 Engleside Avenue
Brigantine Police Department
Egg Harbor Township Police Department	3515 Bargaintown Road
Galloway Township Police Department
Linwood Police Department
New Jersey State Police - Tuckerton Station	383 East Main Street
New Jersey State Police Atlantic City
NJSP Troop D Galloway Barracks
Stockton Campus Police
U - Campus Security

Grocery Stores in New Gretna

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Gretna Store	Convenience Store	5649 Route 9

Treatment Centers in New Gretna

14 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Acenda Counseling and Wellness Centers	Mental Health	844-422-3632
Atlantic Prevention Resources Inc	Substance Abuse	609-272-0964 x19
Atlanticare Behavioral Health Services - Adult and Adult Acute Partial Services	Mental Health	609-404-0648 x104
Atlanticare Behavorial Health	Both	609-348-1161
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center - Pychiatric Intervention Program	Mental Health	609-572-8510
Eleanor Health - Galloway	Both	609-232-7961
Enlightened Solutions Detox LLC	Substance Abuse	609-798-0859
John Brooks Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	609-345-2020
John Brooks Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	609-345-2020
Legacy Treatment Services - Northfield Outpatient Department	Both	800-433-7365
Ocean Healthcare PCP Tuckerton LLC - DBA Taylor Care Adult Behavioral	Substance Abuse	609-879-2233 x110
Pain Specialists PA	Substance Abuse	609-645-8884
Recovery Centers of America - Lighthouse Inpatient	Substance Abuse	609-782-0005
Recovery Centers of America - Lighthouse Mays Landing Outpatient	Substance Abuse	855-401-9913

Churches & Religious Organizations in New Gretna

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
HIS HANDS MINISTRIES FELLOWSHIP INC	1502 N MAPLE AVENUE

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Frequently Asked Questions About New Gretna

What is the population of New Gretna?

New Gretna has a population of 249 residents and is located in New Jersey. The population density is 293 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.3 years. The population is 54.2% female and 45.8% male.

Is New Gretna expensive to live in?

New Gretna is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 108.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $93,438, 24% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $289,700 (3% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is New Gretna safe?

New Gretna is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 118 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,713 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, New Gretna receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in New Gretna?

New Gretna has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches, with 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in New Gretna?

The unemployment rate in New Gretna is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,139. There are 7,268 business establishments in the area, including 830 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 2.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in New Gretna?

The median home value in New Gretna is $289,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $420,868. The homeownership rate is 87.0%. The average annual property tax is $8,412.

How are the schools in New Gretna?

Schools in New Gretna score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 36.5% of adults in New Gretna hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is New Gretna?

The obesity rate in New Gretna is 32.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.8% of adults are smokers. 27.5% are physically inactive. 20.1% of residents report depression. 11.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,396.

What is transportation like in New Gretna?

The average commute in New Gretna is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of New Gretna?

The racial and ethnic makeup of New Gretna is 93.2% White, 1.2% Black or African American. 95.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.3% speak Spanish. 2.3% of the population are military veterans. 10.0% of residents have a disability. 92.2% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Port Republic, NJ 1,047 pop · 3.8 mi Mystic Island, NJ 7,616 pop · 4.1 mi Tuckerton, NJ 3,616 pop · 6.5 mi Smithville, NJ 9,260 pop · 6.5 mi Egg Harbor City, NJ 4,378 pop · 7.7 mi Stockton University, NJ 2,801 pop · 8.7 mi Pomona, NJ 8,141 pop · 9.7 mi Absecon Highlands, NJ 1,512 pop · 10.1 mi Cologne, NJ 1,023 pop · 10.5 mi Beach Haven, NJ 1,096 pop · 10.8 mi Absecon, NJ 9,099 pop · 11.5 mi Brigantine, NJ 7,702 pop · 12.7 mi North Beach Haven, NJ 2,282 pop · 13.0 mi Beach Haven West, NJ 5,164 pop · 13.0 mi

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