Newfoundland, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Newfoundland is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,281. Residents earn $127,674 per year, which is 70% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,281 Population 196/sq mi density
$127,674 Median Income $57,333 per capita
$439,600 Home Value
$1,217 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$127,674 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$439,600 home value, $1,217/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,674
70% higher than US avg
Home Value $439,600
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.1%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,217
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,281
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density196/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$127,674
Per Capita$57,333
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$29,074M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$439,600
Rent$1,217
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation845 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.1%
High School+99.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute27 min
Libraries22

Is Newfoundland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newfoundland receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Newfoundland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newfoundland is $127,674, which is significantly higher than the national average — 70% above $75,149. This places Newfoundland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newfoundland is $439,600, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,217 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Newfoundland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Newfoundland has a population of 1,281 with a density of 196 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%).

Population

1,281
Total Population
196
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Newfoundland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newfoundland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newfoundland is $127,674, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Newfoundland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,674
70% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,333
Avg Weekly Wage$1,224
IRS Avg AGI$71,402

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,191
County GDP$29,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,085
Healthcare1,495
Retail1,866
Manufacturing611

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,450
227% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Newfoundland is $439,600, 56% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,217 (5% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$439,600
56% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,217
5% 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-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,450
227% above US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Newfoundland, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death7,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access98.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,495

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Safety Score

Newfoundland has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation845 ft (258 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.9 km²)
Population Density196/sq mi
Coordinates41.0554°N, 74.4292°W
County FIPS34031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.1%
1% above US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density196/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,495
Restaurants1,085
Retail Stores1,866

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home14.3%

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