Presidential Lakes Estates, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Presidential Lakes Estates is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,927. Residents earn $84,038 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,927 Population 1,721/sq mi density
$84,038 Median Income $36,421 per capita
$221,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$84,038 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,800 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,038
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $221,800
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

How Presidential Lakes Estates Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,927
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density1,721/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,038
Per Capita$36,421
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$40,867M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation119 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+92.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 58%
Commute38 min
Libraries21

Is Presidential Lakes Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Presidential Lakes Estates receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Presidential Lakes Estates offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Presidential Lakes Estates is $84,038, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Presidential Lakes Estates is $221,800, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Presidential Lakes Estates 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 50.4 inches, including 23.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Presidential Lakes Estates has a population of 1,927 with a density of 1,721 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

1,927
Total Population
1,721
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Presidential Lakes Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Presidential Lakes Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Presidential Lakes Estates is $84,038, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Presidential Lakes Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,038
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,421
Avg Weekly Wage$1,359
IRS Avg AGI$97,584

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% 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 Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.8 min
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Presidential Lakes Estates is $221,800, 21% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,800
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$174
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

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-Occupied91.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,511
172% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Presidential Lakes Estates, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Presidential Lakes Estates vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death6,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access91.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,413

Crime Rates: Presidential Lakes Estates vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Safety Score

Presidential Lakes Estates 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 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall23.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation119 ft (36 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density1,721/sq mi
Coordinates39.9150°N, 74.5635°W
County FIPS34005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% 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+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score6.24
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,721/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities1,413
Restaurants916
Retail Stores1,321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)54

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.8 min
Work from Home10.7%

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