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Sweetwater, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Sweetwater is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 805. Residents earn $104,191 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
805 Population 225/sq mi density
$104,191 Median Income $38,367 per capita
$521,500 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$104,191 median income, 4.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$521,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,191
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $521,500
85% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.0%
54% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population805
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$104,191
Per Capita$38,367
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$521,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units298
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity29.9%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking15.1%
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation25 ft (8 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.0%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+19.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute33 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries15

Is Sweetwater a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sweetwater receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. 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. Sweetwater stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sweetwater is $104,191, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Sweetwater among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sweetwater is $521,500, making it a premium housing market at 85% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Sweetwater is a highly educated community — 52.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sweetwater experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Sweetwater has a population of 805 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

805
Total Population
225
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sweetwater vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sweetwater vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sweetwater is $104,191, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Sweetwater vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,191
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,367
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sweetwater is $521,500, 85% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$521,500
85% above US avg
Median List Price$225,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$225,000
$/Sq Ft$212
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.2%

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-Occupied93.6%
Housing Units298
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Sweetwater, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802
Sweetwater has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall19.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation25 ft (8 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates39.6134°N, 74.6508°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 52.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.0%
54% above US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+19.3%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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