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Othello, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Othello is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 100. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
100 Population 81/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $54,787 per capita
$240,400 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,400 home value
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,400
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.1%
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population100
Median Age69.0 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$54,787
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$7,363M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden34.0%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking13.3%
Depression16.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation19 ft (6 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.1%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+11.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute41 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries4

Is Othello a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Othello 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 highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Othello stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Othello is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Othello is $240,400, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Othello experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Othello has a population of 100 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 69.0 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 4% Black.

Population

100
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
69.0yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%
Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Othello vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Othello vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Othello is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Othello vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,787
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$71,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,492
County GDP$7,363M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare143
Retail159
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,555
144% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.7 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit3.2%
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Othello is $240,400, 15% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,400
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.0%

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-Occupied94.8%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,555
144% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Othello, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 16.3% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression16.3%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death11,685/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities143
Othello 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 47.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall11.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation19 ft (6 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates39.4100°N, 75.3420°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.1%
10% above US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+11.5%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities143
Restaurants115
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.7 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit3.2%
Work from Home12.9%

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