Victory Lakes, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Victory Lakes is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,403. Residents earn $97,273 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,403 Population 580/sq mi density
$97,273 Median Income $42,334 per capita
$228,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$97,273 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$228,000 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,273
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $228,000
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,403
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density580/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$97,273
Per Capita$42,334
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$34,620M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$228,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation127 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+92.8%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 63%
Commute31 min
Libraries22

Is Victory Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Victory Lakes receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Victory Lakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Victory Lakes is $97,273, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Victory Lakes is $228,000, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Victory Lakes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Victory Lakes has a population of 1,403 with a density of 580 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 5.2% Black.

Population

1,403
Total Population
580
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Victory Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Victory Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Victory Lakes is $97,273, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Victory Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,273
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,334
Avg Weekly Wage$1,328
IRS Avg AGI$84,384

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,090
County GDP$34,620M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,066
Healthcare1,718
Retail1,618
Manufacturing359

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,783
180% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Victory Lakes is $228,000, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,000
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied92.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,783
180% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Victory Lakes, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Victory Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death8,984/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access92.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,718

Crime Rates: Victory Lakes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Safety Score

Victory Lakes 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation127 ft (39 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density580/sq mi
Coordinates39.6306°N, 74.9692°W
County FIPS34007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 27.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.5%
D 63%

Winner: Democrat by 27.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density580/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,718
Restaurants1,066
Retail Stores1,618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Work from Home1.8%

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