Newfield, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Newfield is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,811. Residents earn $105,000 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,811 Population 1,041/sq mi density
$105,000 Median Income $45,132 per capita
$238,600 Home Value $317,871 Zillow
$1,438 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
65 Violent Crime/100K 973 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,000 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$238,600 home value, $1,438/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
65 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,000
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $238,600
15% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 65/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.4%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,438
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,811
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density1,041/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,000
Per Capita$45,132
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,600
Rent$1,438
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$317,871

Crime

F
Violent65/100K
Property973/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault65/100K
Burglary324/100K

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation123 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.4%
High School+95.9%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute32 min
Libraries16

Is Newfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newfield receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Newfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newfield is $105,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Newfield among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 3.7% 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 Newfield is $238,600, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Newfield is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 65 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 973 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Newfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Newfield has a population of 1,811 with a density of 1,041 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 4.6% Black.

Population

1,811
Total Population
1,041
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Newfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newfield is $105,000, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Newfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,000
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,132
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% 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 Rate3.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Newfield is $238,600, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,438 (24% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,871.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,600
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$317,871
Median List Price$215,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$215,000
$/Sq Ft$128
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops9.1%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,438
24% 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-Occupied91.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate3.76%
In Newfield, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Newfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Newfield has a violent crime rate of 65 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 973 per 100,000 (50% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent64.9/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault64.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property972.8/100K
50% below US avg
Burglary324.3/100K
Theft583.7/100K
Vehicle Theft64.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Newfield has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall13.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation123 ft (37 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Coordinates39.5510°N, 75.0102°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above 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+36.4%
8% above US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Total Area1.7 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 Commute32.3 min
Work from Home6.9%

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