Weston, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Weston is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,111. Residents earn $86,595 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,111 Population 1,519/sq mi density
$86,595 Median Income $68,532 per capita
$547,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,595 median income, 1.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$547,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,595
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $547,200
94% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.2%
85% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,111
Median Age71.9 yrs
Density1,519/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,595
Per Capita$68,532
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$54,494M
Commute41 min

Housing

B
Home Value$547,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.8%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation92 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.2%
High School+98.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute41 min
Libraries17

Is Weston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weston 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, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Weston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weston is $86,595, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weston is $547,200, making it a premium housing market at 94% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Weston is a highly educated community — 62.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Weston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Weston has a population of 2,111 with a density of 1,519 people per square mile. The median age is 71.9 years, 85% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.1%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

2,111
Total Population
1,519
People / sq mi
71.9yrs
Median Age
85% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.2%
Female 67.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Weston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.6%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.4%
119% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Weston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weston is $86,595, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Weston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,595
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,532
Avg Weekly Wage$2,046
IRS Avg AGI$152,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,950
County GDP$54,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants823
Healthcare1,266
Retail1,003
Manufacturing243

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.5 min
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Weston is $547,200, 94% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$547,200
94% above US avg
Median List Price$947,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$947,000
$/Sq Ft$319
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops9.1%
Inventory11

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-Occupied98.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,089
274% above US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In Weston, 25.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.8% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma8.0%
COPD3.2%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression14.8%
Mental Distress13.1%
Physical Distress9.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death4,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access92.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,266

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Weston has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,519/sq mi
Coordinates40.5224°N, 74.5741°W
County FIPS34035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 62.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 55.7%

Winner: Democrat by 13.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.2%
85% above US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,519/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,266
Restaurants823
Retail Stores1,003

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.5 min
Work from Home18.6%

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