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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 77.2% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 22.8% |
| 70% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $91,000 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,630 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,117 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,010 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% 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 | 3.63% |
| Commute Time | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
| Census Median | $247,500 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $463,895 |
| Median List Price | $345,000 |
| Median List Price | $345,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $305 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 122.9% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,461 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.63% |
| Obesity | 34.6% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.8% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 19.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,587/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Total Violent | 75.9/100K |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 38.0/100K |
| Assault | 38.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,062.6/100K |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 303.6/100K |
| Theft | 721.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 38.0/100K |
| Arson | 38.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.7 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,726/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7459°N, 75.3109°W |
| County FIPS | 34015 |
Winner: Republican by 2.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.0% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.3% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,726/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Retail Stores | 887 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Avg Commute | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |