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Pluckemin, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Pluckemin is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 490. Residents earn $51,863 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
490 Population 710/sq mi density
$51,863 Median Income $39,045 per capita
$598,200 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$51,863 median income, 2.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$598,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
99.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,863
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $598,200
112% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 99.3%
195% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 49.0%
295% higher than US avg

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

People

Population490
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density710/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans17.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,863
Per Capita$39,045
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty49.0%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute20 min

Housing

F
Home Value$598,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units171
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity25.4%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking7.7%
Depression16.9%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+99.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+58.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute20 min
Broadband73.1%
Libraries17

Is Pluckemin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pluckemin receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pluckemin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pluckemin is $51,863, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 49.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pluckemin is $598,200, making it a premium housing market at 112% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Pluckemin is a highly educated community — 99.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Pluckemin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Pluckemin has a population of 490 with a density of 710 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

490
Total Population
710
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pluckemin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pluckemin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pluckemin is $51,863, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 49.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Pluckemin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,863
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,045
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate49.0%
295% above US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$54,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants823
Healthcare1,266
Retail1,003
Manufacturing243

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Pluckemin is $598,200, 112% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$598,200
112% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units171
Median Year Built1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Pluckemin, 25.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 7.7% are current smokers. 16.9% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma8.7%
COPD3.5%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.7%
45% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression16.9%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.8%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits73.6%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Pluckemin has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density710/sq mi
Coordinates40.6453°N, 74.6346°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 99.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (195% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin. 73.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+99.3%
195% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+58.0%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density710/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.1%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.4%

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