Paulsboro, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Gloucester County County
Paulsboro, NJ
At a Glance
How Paulsboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Paulsboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Paulsboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Paulsboro residents earn a median household income of $68,750 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,833. The unemployment rate stands at 12.7% (253% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,389 business establishments, including 585 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Paulsboro is $169,400 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $244,130. Median rent is $970/month, with 33.2% 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 1948.
Safety & Crime
Paulsboro reports 747 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 96% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,493/100K.
Education
21.3% of adults in Paulsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below the national average). 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Paulsboro has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.