Sewell, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Sewell is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,065. Residents earn $135,141 per year, which is 80% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,065 Population 1,540/sq mi density
$135,141 Median Income $56,128 per capita
$303,900 Home Value $423,977 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$135,141 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$303,900 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $135,141
80% higher than US avg
Home Value $303,900
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.8%
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,065
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density1,540/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$135,141
Per Capita$56,128
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$303,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$423,977

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation71 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.8%
High School+95.9%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is Sewell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sewell receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Sewell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sewell is $135,141, which is significantly higher than the national average — 80% above $75,149. This places Sewell among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sewell is $303,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sewell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Sewell has a population of 3,065 with a density of 1,540 people per square mile. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 2% Black.

Population

3,065
Total Population
1,540
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sewell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sewell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sewell is $135,141, which is 80% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Sewell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$135,141
80% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,128
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sewell is $303,900, 8% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $423,977.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$303,900
8% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$423,977
Median List Price$390,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$390,000
$/Sq Ft$235
Homes Sold28
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops30.6%
Inventory36

Rental Costs

Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,383

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-Occupied99.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Sewell, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Sewell has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation71 ft (22 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Coordinates39.7692°N, 75.1447°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.8%
18% above US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,540/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Work from Home15.7%

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