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South Seaville, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

South Seaville is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 550. Residents earn $123,409 per year, which is 64% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
550 Population 231/sq mi density
$123,409 Median Income $65,609 per capita
$309,300 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$123,409 median income, 9.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$309,300 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,409
64% higher than US avg
Home Value $309,300
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.9%
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population550
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$123,409
Per Capita$65,609
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$309,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units400
Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity31.6%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking11.7%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.9%
High School+79.2%
Graduate+19.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries13

Is South Seaville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Seaville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. South Seaville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Seaville is $123,409, which is significantly higher than the national average — 64% above $75,149. This places South Seaville among higher-income communities. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Seaville is $309,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 79.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

South Seaville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

South Seaville has a population of 550 with a density of 231 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 3.3% Black.

Population

550
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

South Seaville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Seaville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Seaville is $123,409, which is 64% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: South Seaville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,409
64% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,609
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,020
County GDP$7,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants889
Healthcare236
Retail613
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in South Seaville is $309,300, 10% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$309,300
10% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.5%

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-Occupied75.6%
Housing Units400
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In South Seaville, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Seaville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits70.7%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
South Seaville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates39.1866°N, 74.7536°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 42.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.9%
27% above US avg
High School+79.2%
Graduate Degree+19.0%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density231/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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