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New Vernon, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

New Vernon is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 791.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
791 Population 223/sq mi density
$1,606,500 Home Value
$3,205 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
75.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $1,606,500
470% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 75.0%
123% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,205
176% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.9%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population791
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density223/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$108,632
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$74,395M
Commute36 min

Housing

Home Value$1,606,500
Rent$3,205
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units355
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity21.9%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking8.0%
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation381 ft (116 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+75.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+24.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute36 min
Broadband89.4%
Libraries37

Is New Vernon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Vernon receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. New Vernon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Vernon is $1,606,500, making it a premium housing market at 470% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,205 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

New Vernon is a highly educated community — 75.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

New Vernon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

New Vernon has a population of 791 with a density of 223 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%).

Population

791
Total Population
223
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%
Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

New Vernon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

New Vernon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Vernon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: New Vernon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$108,632
Avg Weekly Wage$1,946
IRS Avg AGI$156,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)18,002
County GDP$74,395M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,349
Healthcare1,822
Retail1,639
Manufacturing496

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit11.2%
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New Vernon is $1,606,500, 470% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,205 (176% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,606,500
470% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,205
176% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied59.7%
Housing Units355
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Rate0.84%
In New Vernon, 21.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 8.0% are current smokers. 17.2% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.9%
32% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma8.8%
COPD3.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.0%
43% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity15.2%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress14.2%
Physical Distress9.0%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits76.4%
Premature Death4,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,822
New Vernon has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation381 ft (116 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density223/sq mi
Coordinates40.7389°N, 74.4805°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 75.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (123% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.7-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+75.0%
123% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+24.5%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density223/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.4%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Restaurants1,349
Retail Stores1,639

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit11.2%
Work from Home14.6%

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