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Oak Ridge, NJ
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Oak Ridge, NJ
At a Glance
How Oak Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oak Ridge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oak Ridge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oak Ridge residents earn a median household income of $118,718 , which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,052. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,191 business establishments, including 1,085 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oak Ridge is $417,300 , 48% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $411,389. Median rent is $1,320/month, with 29.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Oak Ridge reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 259/100K.
Education
43.2% of adults in Oak Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oak Ridge has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.