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Stockton, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Stockton is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 421. Residents earn $105,263 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
421 Population 765/sq mi density
$105,263 Median Income $65,580 per capita
$414,500 Home Value $651,332 Zillow
$1,647 Median Rent 21.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$105,263 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$414,500 home value, $1,647/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,263
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $414,500
47% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.2%
55% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,647
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.1%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population421
Median Age54.9 yrs
Density765/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans1.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,263
Per Capita$65,580
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$9,867M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$414,500
Rent$1,647
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$651,332
Housing Units234
Rent Burden21.0%

Health

Obesity25.1%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking8.4%
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation191 ft (58 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.2%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+25.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute31 min
Broadband85.9%
EV Stations2
Libraries11

Is Stockton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stockton receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Stockton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stockton is $105,263, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Stockton among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stockton is $414,500, 47% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,647 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Stockton is a highly educated community — 52.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Stockton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Stockton has a population of 421 with a density of 765 people per square mile. The median age is 54.9 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

421
Total Population
765
People / sq mi
54.9yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Stockton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stockton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stockton is $105,263, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Stockton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,263
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,580
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$151,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,073
County GDP$9,867M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare387
Retail437
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Stockton is $414,500, 47% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,647 (42% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $651,332.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$414,500
47% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$651,332

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,647
42% above US avg
Rent Burden21.0%

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-Occupied68.6%
Housing Units234
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Rate3.01%
In Stockton, 25.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 8.4% are current smokers. 18.3% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.1%
22% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.4%
40% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress9.5%
Short Sleep31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:909
Dentists1:1,191
Mental Health1:332
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits76.6%
Premature Death4,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities387
Stockton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation191 ft (58 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density765/sq mi
Coordinates40.4059°N, 74.9706°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 52.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.7-point margin. 85.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%
D 45.7%

Winner: Republican by 6.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.2%
55% above US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+25.5%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density765/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.9%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants295
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home15.8%

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