Pemberton Heights, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Pemberton Heights is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,643. Residents earn $70,403 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,643 Population 2,725/sq mi density
$70,403 Median Income $47,622 per capita
$232,800 Home Value
$989 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,403 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$232,800 home value, $989/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,403
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $232,800
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $989
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,643
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density2,725/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 41%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,403
Per Capita$47,622
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$40,867M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$232,800
Rent$989
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Elevation61 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+96.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 58%
Commute26 min
Libraries21

Is Pemberton Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pemberton Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Pemberton Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pemberton Heights is $70,403, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pemberton Heights is $232,800, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $989 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Pemberton Heights 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 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Pemberton Heights has a population of 2,643 with a density of 2,725 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (42.3%), with 40.6% White.

Population

2,643
Total Population
2,725
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pemberton Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.1%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.9%
34% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pemberton Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pemberton Heights is $70,403, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Pemberton Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,403
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,622
Avg Weekly Wage$1,359
IRS Avg AGI$97,584

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,536
County GDP$40,867M

Business (County)

Restaurants916
Healthcare1,413
Retail1,321
Manufacturing316

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,511
172% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Pemberton Heights is $232,800, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $989 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,800
17% below US avg
Median List Price$410,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$410,000
$/Sq Ft$209
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$989
15% 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-Occupied50.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,511
172% above US avg
Effective Rate4.09%
In Pemberton Heights, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pemberton Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression15.9%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death6,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access91.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,413

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Safety Score

Pemberton Heights 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 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation61 ft (19 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density2,725/sq mi
Coordinates39.9579°N, 74.6749°W
County FIPS34005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41%
D 57.6%

Winner: Democrat by 16.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,725/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities1,413
Restaurants916
Retail Stores1,321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home1.9%

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