Swedesboro, NJ
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Swedesboro, NJ
At a Glance
How Swedesboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Swedesboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Swedesboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Swedesboro residents earn a median household income of $91,000 , which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,630. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,389 business establishments, including 585 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Swedesboro is $247,500 , 12% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $483,635. Median rent is $1,461/month, with 30.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Swedesboro reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 676/100K.
Education
27.0% of adults in Swedesboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 84.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Swedesboro has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.