Port Norris, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Port Norris is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,702. Residents earn $42,635 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,702 Population 267/sq mi density
$42,635 Median Income $37,405 per capita
$120,100 Home Value $191,314 Zillow
$1,715 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$42,635 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,100 home value, $1,715/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,635
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,100
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,715
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,702
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,635
Per Capita$37,405
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$8,514M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,100
Rent$1,715
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,314

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation11 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+90.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute34 min
Libraries4

Is Port Norris a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Norris is $42,635, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Norris is $120,100, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,715 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Port Norris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Port Norris has a population of 1,702 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%), with 27% Black.

Population

1,702
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Norris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Norris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Norris is $42,635, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Port Norris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,635
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,405
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$59,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,763
County GDP$8,514M

Business (County)

Restaurants243
Healthcare408
Retail478
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Norris is $120,100, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,715 (47% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,314.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,100
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,314

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,715
47% 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-Occupied56.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Effective Rate5.54%
In Port Norris, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.1%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death10,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access88.9%
Healthcare Facilities408

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Port Norris has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.5 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates39.2624°N, 75.0465°W
County FIPS34011
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.3%
D 47.6%

Winner: Republican by 3.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score6.24
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities408
Restaurants243
Retail Stores478

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Work from Home5.5%

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