Strathmore, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Strathmore is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 6,593. Residents earn $155,048 per year, which is 106% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,593 Population 3,347/sq mi density
$155,048 Median Income $64,028 per capita
$503,600 Home Value
$1,497 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$155,048 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$503,600 home value, $1,497/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $155,048
106% higher than US avg
Home Value $503,600
79% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.3%
94% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,497
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.2%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,593
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density3,347/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$155,048
Per Capita$64,028
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$503,600
Rent$1,497
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.0%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation53 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.3%
High School+97.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute39 min
Libraries37

Is Strathmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strathmore receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Strathmore stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strathmore is $155,048, which is significantly higher than the national average — 106% above $75,149. This places Strathmore among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strathmore is $503,600, making it a premium housing market at 79% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,497 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Strathmore is a highly educated community — 65.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Strathmore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Strathmore has a population of 6,593 with a density of 3,347 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

6,593
Total Population
3,347
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Strathmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.7%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.3%
29% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Strathmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strathmore is $155,048, which is 106% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Strathmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$155,048
106% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,028
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,968
County GDP$52,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,925
Healthcare2,730
Retail2,557
Manufacturing419

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.5 min
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Strathmore is $503,600, 79% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,497 (29% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$503,600
79% above US avg
Median List Price$725,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$725,000
$/Sq Ft$319
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,497
29% above 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-Occupied88.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Strathmore, 28.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.0% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.2%
12% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma8.7%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression15.0%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress8.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Strathmore has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation53 ft (16 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density3,347/sq mi
Coordinates40.4020°N, 74.2215°W
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 65.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.3%
94% above US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,347/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.5 min
Work from Home14.9%

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