Pemberton, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Pemberton is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,373. Residents earn $88,333 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,373 Population 2,327/sq mi density
$88,333 Median Income $38,959 per capita
$303,200 Home Value
$1,310 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$88,333 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$303,200 home value, $1,310/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,333
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $303,200
8% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,310
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,373
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density2,327/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,333
Per Capita$38,959
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$40,867M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$303,200
Rent$1,310
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,225/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary432/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Elevation36 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+93.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 58%
Commute30 min
Libraries21

Is Pemberton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pemberton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates. Pemberton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pemberton is $88,333, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pemberton is $303,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,310 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Pemberton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,225 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Pemberton 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 has a population of 1,373 with a density of 2,327 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62%), with 5.3% Hispanic, 9.9% Black.

Population

1,373
Total Population
2,327
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pemberton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pemberton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pemberton is $88,333, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Pemberton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,333
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,959
Avg Weekly Wage$1,359
IRS Avg AGI$97,584

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% 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 Rate3.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Pemberton is $303,200, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,310 (13% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$303,200
8% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,310
13% above 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-Occupied58.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,511
172% above US avg
Effective Rate3.14%
In Pemberton, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death6,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access91.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,413
Pemberton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,225 per 100,000 (38% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,224.8/100K
38% below US avg
Burglary432.3/100K
Theft792.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson72.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Pemberton 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

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density2,327/sq mi
Coordinates39.9722°N, 74.6866°W
County FIPS34005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% 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+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score6.24
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,327/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities1,413
Restaurants916
Retail Stores1,321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home13.8%

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