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Richland, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Richland is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 859. Residents earn $152,525 per year, which is 103% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
859 Population 258/sq mi density
$152,525 Median Income $45,664 per capita
$235,600 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$152,525 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$235,600 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $152,525
103% higher than US avg
Home Value $235,600
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population859
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density258/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$152,525
Per Capita$45,664
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units213
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity30.8%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking13.6%
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation88 ft (27 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute24 min
Broadband84.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries15

Is Richland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richland receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Richland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richland is $152,525, which is significantly higher than the national average — 103% above $75,149. This places Richland among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richland is $235,600, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Richland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches, including 22.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Richland has a population of 859 with a density of 258 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.2%), with 9.3% Black.

Population

859
Total Population
258
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Richland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Richland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richland is $152,525, which is 103% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Richland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$152,525
103% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,664
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% 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 Rate3.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone53.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Richland is $235,600, 16% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,600
16% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$190
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.2%

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 Units213
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate3.57%
In Richland, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 18.5% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802
Richland has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall22.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation88 ft (27 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density258/sq mi
Coordinates39.4907°N, 74.8890°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin. 84.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.24
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density258/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone53.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

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