New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Washington is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 7,287. Residents earn $79,280 per year, which is 5% above the national average.
Based on current data, Washington receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Washington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Washington is $79,280, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.1% 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.
The median home value in Washington is $260,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,374 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Washington is below the national average at 155 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,083 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.
29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Washington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 83.9% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.1% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $79,280 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,722 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,444 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $151,298 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,073 |
| County GDP | $9,867M |
| Restaurants | 295 |
| Healthcare | 387 |
| Retail | 437 |
| Manufacturing | 130 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $12,473 |
| 256% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.79% |
| Commute Time | 36.5 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
| Census Median | $260,200 |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $397,450 |
| Median List Price | $397,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $218 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 106.5% |
| Price Drops | 5.9% |
| Inventory | 17 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,374 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,683 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $12,473 |
| 256% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.79% |
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 19.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 4,363/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 387 |
| Total Violent | 154.8/100K |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Murder | 31.0/100K |
| 391% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 15.5/100K |
| Assault | 108.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,083.4/100K |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 247.6/100K |
| Theft | 835.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.9 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 27.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 455 ft (139 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,699/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7585°N, 74.9832°W |
| County FIPS | 34019 |
Winner: Republican by 6.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.5% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.6% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,699/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 387 |
| Restaurants | 295 |
| Retail Stores | 437 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 36.5 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |