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Vernon Valley, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Vernon Valley is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 983. Residents earn $123,707 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
983 Population 368/sq mi density
$123,707 Median Income $49,641 per capita
$321,600 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$123,707 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$321,600 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,707
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $321,600
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.0%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.1%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population983
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density368/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$123,707
Per Capita$49,641
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$6,729M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$321,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units445
Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity27.1%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking12.4%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation731 ft (223 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.0%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute37 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries7

Is Vernon Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vernon Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Vernon Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vernon Valley is $123,707, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Vernon Valley among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vernon Valley is $321,600, 14% above the national median. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Vernon Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Vernon Valley has a population of 983 with a density of 368 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

983
Total Population
368
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Vernon Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vernon Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vernon Valley is $123,707, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Vernon Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,707
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,641
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$97,341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,624
County GDP$6,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants285
Healthcare375
Retail406
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.6 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home16.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Vernon Valley is $321,600, 14% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$321,600
14% above US avg
Median List Price$485,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$485,000
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.0%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units445
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Vernon Valley, 27.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Vernon Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.1%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits69.4%
Premature Death6,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities375
Vernon Valley has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation731 ft (223 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density368/sq mi
Coordinates41.2422°N, 74.4861°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.0%
5% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density368/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities375
Restaurants285
Retail Stores406

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.6 min
Drive Alone65.0%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home16.9%

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