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Shiloh, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Shiloh is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 283. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
283 Population 236/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $37,918 per capita
$198,300 Home Value $261,479 Zillow
$880 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,300 home value, $880/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $198,300
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density236/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$37,918
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$7,363M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,300
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,479
Housing Units128
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking14.0%
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation106 ft (32 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute27 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries4

Is Shiloh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shiloh receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Shiloh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shiloh is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.8% 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 Shiloh is $198,300, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Shiloh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Shiloh has a population of 283 with a density of 236 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.7%), with 4.9% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

283
Total Population
236
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Shiloh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.8%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.2%
1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shiloh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shiloh is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Shiloh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,918
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$71,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,492
County GDP$7,363M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare143
Retail159
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,555
144% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Shiloh is $198,300, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,479.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,300
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,479

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

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-Occupied92.0%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,555
144% above US avg
Effective Rate4.31%
In Shiloh, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 18.8% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death11,685/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities143
Shiloh has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall11.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation106 ft (32 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density236/sq mi
Coordinates39.4624°N, 75.2924°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density236/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities143
Restaurants115
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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