Vineland, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Vineland is a mid-size city in New Jersey with a population of 60,692. Residents earn $65,854 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
60,692 Population 887/sq mi density
$65,854 Median Income $33,082 per capita
$218,200 Home Value $301,488 Zillow
$1,207 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
437 Violent Crime/100K 3,670 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$65,854 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$218,200 home value, $1,207/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
437 violent crimes/100K (15% above avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,854
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,200
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 437/100K
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,207
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population60,692
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density887/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,854
Per Capita$33,082
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,200
Rent$1,207
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,488

Crime

F
Violent437/100K
Property3,670/100K
Murder3.3/100K
Assault227/100K
Burglary736/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation105 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+80.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute24 min
EV Stations5
Libraries15

Is Vineland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vineland receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Vineland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vineland is $65,854, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vineland is $218,200, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,207 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 437 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,670 per 100,000, 87% above the national average.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Vineland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches, including 22.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Vineland has a population of 60,692 with a density of 887 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.3%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 13% Black.

Population

60,692
Total Population
887
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
68.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Vineland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.7%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.3%
171% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Vineland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vineland is $65,854, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Vineland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,854
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,082
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% 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 Rate3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Vineland is $218,200, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,207 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,488.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,200
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,488
Median List Price$325,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$325,450
$/Sq Ft$202
Homes Sold25
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops25.2%
Inventory119

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,207
4% above US avg

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-Occupied68.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate3.86%
In Vineland, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.1% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression16.1%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802
Vineland has a violent crime rate of 437 per 100,000 residents, 15% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,670 per 100,000 (87% above US avg). The murder rate is 3.3 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent436.9/100K
15% above US avg
Murder3.3/100K
48% below US avg
Rape21.3/100K
Robbery184.9/100K
Assault227.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,670.1/100K
87% above US avg
Burglary736.3/100K
Theft2,883.1/100K
Vehicle Theft50.7/100K
Arson8.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Vineland has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall22.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area68.4 sq mi (177.2 km²)
Population Density887/sq mi
Coordinates39.4650°N, 74.9971°W
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+80.6%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density887/sq mi
Total Area68.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home5.1%

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