New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Stratford is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 6,965. Residents earn $100,735 per year, which is 34% above the national average.
Based on current data, Stratford receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Stratford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Stratford is $100,735, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Stratford among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Stratford is $238,200, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,172 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Stratford is below the national average at 158 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,541 per 100,000, 21% below the national average.
32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Stratford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 84.4% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.6% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $100,735 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,289 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,117 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,010 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,389 |
| County GDP | $19,111M |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Healthcare | 828 |
| Retail | 887 |
| Manufacturing | 233 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.77% |
| Commute Time | 30.6 min |
| Work from Home | 11.4% |
| Census Median | $238,200 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $332,361 |
| Median List Price | $354,950 |
| Median List Price | $354,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $189 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.5% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,172 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.77% |
| Obesity | 28.4% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,587/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Total Violent | 158.4/100K |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Murder | 14.4/100K |
| 129% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 57.6/100K |
| Assault | 86.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,541.1/100K |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 403.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,080.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 57.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 78 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,436/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8290°N, 75.0155°W |
| County FIPS | 34015 |
Winner: Republican by 2.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.5% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.6% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,436/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Retail Stores | 887 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Avg Commute | 30.6 min |
| Work from Home | 11.4% |