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Washington Crossing, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Washington Crossing is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 487. Residents earn $155,060 per year, which is 106% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
487 Population 1,948/sq mi density
$155,060 Median Income $43,399 per capita
$381,300 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$155,060 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$381,300 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $155,060
106% higher than US avg
Home Value $381,300
35% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.5%
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population487
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,948/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$155,060
Per Capita$43,399
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$381,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units165
Rent Burden30.4%

Health

Obesity22.5%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking9.7%
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation155 ft (47 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+79.6%
Graduate+11.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute26 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries14

Is Washington Crossing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washington Crossing receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Washington Crossing stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washington Crossing is $155,060, which is significantly higher than the national average — 106% above $75,149. This places Washington Crossing among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washington Crossing is $381,300, 35% above the national median. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Washington Crossing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 26.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Washington Crossing has a population of 487 with a density of 1,948 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

487
Total Population
1,948
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61%
Female 39%

Race & Ethnicity

Washington Crossing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Washington Crossing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washington Crossing is $155,060, which is 106% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Washington Crossing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$155,060
106% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,399
Avg Weekly Wage$1,740
IRS Avg AGI$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,677
County GDP$56,807M

Business (County)

Restaurants877
Healthcare1,221
Retail1,189
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Washington Crossing is $381,300, 35% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$381,300
35% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$246
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.4%

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 Units165
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Rate3.43%
In Washington Crossing, 22.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 9.7% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Washington Crossing vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.5%
30% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure24.8%
Asthma9.2%
COPD3.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.7%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress9.9%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,106
Dentists1:1,182
Mental Health1:244
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits70.8%
Premature Death7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Washington Crossing 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 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall26.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation155 ft (47 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,948/sq mi
Coordinates40.2962°N, 74.8603°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 33.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+79.6%
Graduate Degree+11.3%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,948/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Restaurants877
Retail Stores1,189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

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