Somerdale, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Somerdale is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 5,535. Residents earn $79,101 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,535 Population 3,982/sq mi density
$79,101 Median Income $43,990 per capita
$221,600 Home Value $338,572 Zillow
$1,141 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
170 Violent Crime/100K 6,040 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$79,101 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,600 home value, $1,141/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
170 violent crimes/100K (55% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,101
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $221,600
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 170/100K
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,141
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,535
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density3,982/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,101
Per Capita$43,990
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,600
Rent$1,141
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$338,572

Crime

F
Violent170/100K
Property6,040/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault57/100K
Burglary623/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation84 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+92.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is Somerdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Somerdale receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Somerdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Somerdale is $79,101, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Somerdale is $221,600, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Somerdale is below the national average at 170 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,040 per 100,000, 208% above the national average.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Somerdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Somerdale has a population of 5,535 with a density of 3,982 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.2%), with 29.7% Black.

Population

5,535
Total Population
3,982
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Somerdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Somerdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Somerdale is $79,101, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Somerdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,101
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,990
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above 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 Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Somerdale is $221,600, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,141 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,572.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,600
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$338,572
Median List Price$469,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$469,900
$/Sq Ft$269
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio101.8%
Price Drops7.7%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,141
2% below 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-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
In Somerdale, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Somerdale has a violent crime rate of 170 per 100,000 residents, 55% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,040 per 100,000 (208% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent169.9/100K
55% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape18.9/100K
Robbery94.4/100K
Assault56.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,040.0/100K
208% above US avg
Burglary622.9/100K
Theft5,303.9/100K
Vehicle Theft113.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Somerdale 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 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation84 ft (26 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density3,982/sq mi
Coordinates39.8454°N, 75.0217°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below 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+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,982/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home11.8%

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