Oaklyn, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Oaklyn is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,934. Residents earn $81,514 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,934 Population 6,244/sq mi density
$81,514 Median Income $46,638 per capita
$245,000 Home Value $334,371 Zillow
$1,166 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
149 Violent Crime/100K 2,590 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,514 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$245,000 home value, $1,166/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
149 violent crimes/100K (61% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,514
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $245,000
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 149/100K
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,166
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.6%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,934
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density6,244/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,514
Per Capita$46,638
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$245,000
Rent$1,166
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$334,371

Crime

F
Violent149/100K
Property2,590/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault75/100K
Burglary423/100K

Health

Obesity26.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+95.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute27 min
Libraries16

Is Oaklyn a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oaklyn is $81,514, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.4% 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 Oaklyn is $245,000, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,166 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Oaklyn is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 149 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,590 per 100,000, 32% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Oaklyn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Oaklyn has a population of 3,934 with a density of 6,244 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 4.1% Black.

Population

3,934
Total Population
6,244
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Oaklyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oaklyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oaklyn is $81,514, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Oaklyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,514
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,638
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% 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 Rate3.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home16.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Oaklyn is $245,000, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,166 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,371.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$245,000
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$334,371
Median List Price$304,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$304,950
$/Sq Ft$199
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio115.2%
Price Drops30.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,166
0% below 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-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate3.66%
In Oaklyn, 26.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.6%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Oaklyn has a violent crime rate of 149 per 100,000 residents, 61% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,590 per 100,000 (32% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent149.4/100K
61% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery74.7/100K
Assault74.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,589.6/100K
32% above US avg
Burglary423.3/100K
Theft2,116.5/100K
Vehicle Theft49.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Oaklyn has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density6,244/sq mi
Coordinates39.9023°N, 75.0806°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% 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+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,244/sq mi
Total Area0.6 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 Commute27.3 min
Work from Home16.4%

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