Shrewsbury, NJ
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Shrewsbury, NJ
At a Glance
How Shrewsbury Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Shrewsbury's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Shrewsbury a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Shrewsbury residents earn a median household income of $144,500 , which is 92% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $71,092. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 21,968 business establishments, including 1,925 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Shrewsbury is $735,900 , 161% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,025,300. Median rent is $3,300/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Shrewsbury reports 24 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,004/100K.
Education
65.0% of adults in Shrewsbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% above the national average). 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Shrewsbury has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.