Median Income
$66,927
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$361,300
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,489
28% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.0%
44% lower than US avg
How Voorhees Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,775
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density2,465/mi²
Male / Female40% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 10%
Economy
B
Median Income$66,927
Per Capita$29,400
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$86,705M
Commute33 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$361,300
Rent$1,489
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation124 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+80.3%
School Score6.24
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 53%
Commute33 min
Libraries32
Is Voorhees a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Voorhees receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Voorhees offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Voorhees is $66,927, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.0% 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 Voorhees is $361,300, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,489 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Voorhees experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Voorhees has a population of 1,775 with a density of 2,465 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (42.6%), with 10.2% White, 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 45.9% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Spanish | 54.1% |
| 304% above US avg |
The median household income in Voorhees is $66,927, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,927 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,400 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,585 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,759 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.7% |
| 197% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 25,382 |
| County GDP | $86,705M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,863 |
| Healthcare | 2,497 |
| Retail | 2,447 |
| Manufacturing | 649 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,677 |
| 205% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.96% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.5 min |
| Work from Home | 14.2% |
The median home value in Voorhees is $361,300, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,489 (28% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $361,300 |
| 28% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,489 |
| 28% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,677 |
| 205% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.96% |
In Voorhees, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.5% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Voorhees vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.6% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.1% |
| Depression | 14.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 5,499/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,497 |
Crime Rates: Voorhees vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 64 |
Safety Score
Voorhees has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.5 inches |
| 30% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 29.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 124 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,465/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4822°N, 74.4925°W |
| County FIPS | 34023 |