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Port Colden, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Port Colden is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 357. Residents earn $54,170 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
357 Population 700/sq mi density
$54,170 Median Income $25,218 per capita
$343,900 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$54,170 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$343,900 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,170
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $343,900
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.7%
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.2%
176% higher than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,170
Per Capita$25,218
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty34.2%
County GDP$9,867M
Commute12 min

Housing

B
Home Value$343,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units139
Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity30.3%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking10.4%
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation526 ft (160 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.7%
High School+49.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute12 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries11

Is Port Colden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Colden receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Port Colden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Colden is $54,170, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 34.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Colden is $343,900, 22% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 49.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Port Colden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Port Colden has a population of 357 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 16% Black.

Population

357
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Colden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.6%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.4%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Colden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Colden is $54,170, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Port Colden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,170
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,218
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$151,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.2%
176% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,073
County GDP$9,867M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare387
Retail437
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Colden is $343,900, 22% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$343,900
22% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.7%

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 Units139
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Port Colden, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 10.4% are current smokers. 17.2% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Colden vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma8.4%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.4%
26% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Primary Care1:909
Dentists1:1,191
Mental Health1:332
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits68.4%
Premature Death4,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities387
Port Colden has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall27.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation526 ft (160 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates40.7664°N, 74.9534°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.7-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%
D 45.7%

Winner: Republican by 6.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.7%
9% above US avg
High School+49.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants295
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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