Choose Country

Strathmere, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Strathmere is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 134. Residents earn $106,840 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
134 Population 253/sq mi density
$106,840 Median Income $73,042 per capita
$934,000 Home Value $1,512,965 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$106,840 median income, 24.6% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$934,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,840
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $934,000
231% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.2%
82% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 24.6%
583% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population134
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density253/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$106,840
Per Capita$73,042
Unemployment24.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute49 min

Housing

D
Home Value$934,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,512,965
Housing Units513
Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity30.4%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking9.5%
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation5 ft (2 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+51.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute49 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries13

Is Strathmere a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strathmere receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. 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, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Strathmere offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strathmere is $106,840, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Strathmere among higher-income communities. At 24.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strathmere is $934,000, making it a premium housing market at 231% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Strathmere is a highly educated community — 61.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Strathmere 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.

Strathmere has a population of 134 with a density of 253 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

134
Total Population
253
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Strathmere vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Strathmere vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strathmere is $106,840, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 24.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Strathmere vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,840
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$73,042
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.6%
583% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.1 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Strathmere is $934,000, 231% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,512,965.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$934,000
231% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,512,965

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units513
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Strathmere, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 9.5% are current smokers. 17.9% report depression. 16.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma8.7%
COPD3.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity16.0%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,876
Dentists1:1,678
Mental Health1:733
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits74.0%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
Strathmere 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

Elevation5 ft (2 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density253/sq mi
Coordinates39.1948°N, 74.6604°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 61.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 75.0% 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+61.2%
82% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+51.2%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density253/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.1 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.1%

Nearby Cities

Palermo, NJ 2,667 pop · 3.0 mi Seaville, NJ 2,678 pop · 3.1 mi Sea Isle City, NJ 2,079 pop · 3.8 mi Marmora, NJ 2,011 pop · 4.4 mi Beesleys Point, NJ 1,476 pop · 5.9 mi Ocean City, NJ 11,260 pop · 6.1 mi South Dennis, NJ 1,579 pop · 7.9 mi Woodbine, NJ 2,083 pop · 8.3 mi Avalon, NJ 1,478 pop · 8.6 mi Somers Point, NJ 10,461 pop · 8.9 mi Linwood, NJ 6,954 pop · 11.3 mi Cape May Court House, NJ 5,375 pop · 11.8 mi Margate City, NJ 5,260 pop · 12.5 mi Bargaintown, NJ 5,231 pop · 12.5 mi
Compare Strathmere with another city: