Silver Ridge, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Silver Ridge is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,176. Residents earn $35,056 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,176 Population 2,502/sq mi density
$35,056 Median Income $85,277 per capita
$213,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$35,056 median income, 1.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$213,100 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,056
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $213,100
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,176
Median Age74.1 yrs
Density2,502/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$35,056
Per Capita$85,277
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$31,709M
Commute35 min

Housing

B
Home Value$213,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation20 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+93.4%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute35 min
Libraries22

Is Silver Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silver Ridge receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Silver Ridge has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silver Ridge is $35,056, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silver Ridge is $213,100, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Silver Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Silver Ridge has a population of 1,176 with a density of 2,502 people per square mile. The median age is 74.1 years, 90% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%).

Population

1,176
Total Population
2,502
People / sq mi
74.1yrs
Median Age
90% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Silver Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.8%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.2%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Silver Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silver Ridge is $35,056, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Silver Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,056
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$85,277
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$86,654

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,958
County GDP$31,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,344
Healthcare1,948
Retail2,030
Manufacturing323

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,704
149% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Silver Ridge is $213,100, 24% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,100
24% below US avg
Median List Price$379,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$379,900
$/Sq Ft$233
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio93.5%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

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-Occupied95.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,704
149% above US avg
Effective Rate4.08%
In Silver Ridge, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Silver Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death7,127/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,948

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)48

Safety Score

Silver Ridge has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density2,502/sq mi
Coordinates39.9617°N, 74.2359°W
County FIPS34029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.4%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score6.24
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,502/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,948
Restaurants1,344
Retail Stores2,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)48

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Work from Home5.1%

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