Roebling, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Roebling is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,591. Residents earn $83,083 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
3,591 Population 3,627/sq mi density
$83,083 Median Income $46,059 per capita
$185,500 Home Value $293,208 Zillow
$1,835 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$83,083 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,500 home value, $1,835/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,083
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $185,500
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,835
58% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,591
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density3,627/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,083
Per Capita$46,059
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,500
Rent$1,835
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$293,208

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation43 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+93.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute27 min
Libraries14

Is Roebling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roebling receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Roebling stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roebling is $83,083, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% 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 Roebling is $185,500, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,835 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Roebling experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Roebling has a population of 3,591 with a density of 3,627 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.8%), with 10.7% Black.

Population

3,591
Total Population
3,627
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Roebling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.3%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.7%
10% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Roebling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roebling is $83,083, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Roebling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,083
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,059
Avg Weekly Wage$1,740
IRS Avg AGI$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,677
County GDP$56,807M

Business (County)

Restaurants877
Healthcare1,221
Retail1,189
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Roebling is $185,500, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,835 (58% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,208.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,500
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$293,208
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$305
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,835
58% 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-Occupied87.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Rate7.05%
In Roebling, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,221

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Roebling has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density3,627/sq mi
Coordinates40.1172°N, 74.7778°W
County FIPS34021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 33.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,627/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Restaurants877
Retail Stores1,189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home11.3%

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