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Vernon Center, NJ
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Vernon Center, NJ
At a Glance
How Vernon Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vernon Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vernon Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vernon Center residents earn a median household income of $74,853 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,189. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,624 business establishments, including 285 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vernon Center is $160,300 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $392,138. Median rent is $1,492/month, with 27.0% 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 1983.
Safety & Crime
Vernon Center reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 725/100K.
Education
30.6% of adults in Vernon Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below the national average). 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vernon Center has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.