Swedesboro, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Swedesboro is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,720. Residents earn $91,000 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,720 Population 3,726/sq mi density
$91,000 Median Income $36,630 per capita
$247,500 Home Value $463,895 Zillow
$1,461 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
76 Violent Crime/100K 1,063 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$91,000 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$247,500 home value, $1,461/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
76 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,000
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $247,500
12% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 76/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,461
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,720
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density3,726/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,000
Per Capita$36,630
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$247,500
Rent$1,461
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$463,895

Crime

F
Violent76/100K
Property1,063/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault38/100K
Burglary304/100K

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation43 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+84.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is Swedesboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Swedesboro receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Swedesboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Swedesboro is $91,000, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Swedesboro is $247,500, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,461 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Swedesboro is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,063 per 100,000, 46% below the national average.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Swedesboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Swedesboro has a population of 2,720 with a density of 3,726 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 16.2% Black.

Population

2,720
Total Population
3,726
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Swedesboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.2%
2% below US avg
Spanish22.8%
70% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Swedesboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Swedesboro is $91,000, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Swedesboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,000
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,630
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Swedesboro is $247,500, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,461 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $463,895.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,500
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$463,895
Median List Price$345,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$345,000
$/Sq Ft$305
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio122.9%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,461
26% 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-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Swedesboro, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Swedesboro has a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,063 per 100,000 (46% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent75.9/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery38.0/100K
Assault38.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,062.6/100K
46% below US avg
Burglary303.6/100K
Theft721.1/100K
Vehicle Theft38.0/100K
Arson38.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Swedesboro has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density3,726/sq mi
Coordinates39.7459°N, 75.3109°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+84.3%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,726/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home5.9%

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