Pomona, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Pomona is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 8,141. Residents earn $100,382 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
8,141 Population 2,918/sq mi density
$100,382 Median Income $38,710 per capita
$244,500 Home Value
$897 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$100,382 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$244,500 home value, $897/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,382
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $244,500
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $897
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.7%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,141
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density2,918/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 43%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,382
Per Capita$38,710
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$244,500
Rent$897
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation56 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+87.9%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute27 min
EV Stations3
Libraries15

Is Pomona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pomona receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Pomona stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pomona is $100,382, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Pomona among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pomona is $244,500, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $897 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Pomona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Pomona has a population of 8,141 with a density of 2,918 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.1%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 16% Black.

Population

8,141
Total Population
2,918
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pomona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.7%
23% below US avg
Spanish39.3%
193% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pomona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pomona is $100,382, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Pomona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,382
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,710
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pomona is $244,500, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $897 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,500
13% below US avg
Median List Price$425,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$425,000
$/Sq Ft$256
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio101.2%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$897
23% 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-Occupied82.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate3.44%
In Pomona, 26.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.7%
17% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression15.3%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Pomona has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall17.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density2,918/sq mi
Coordinates39.4688°N, 74.5502°W
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,918/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home5.7%

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